Lab Technician

AgCertain; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AgCertain Industries, Inc. is hiring a Lab Technician I to execute QA/QC programs daily, ensuring maximum production quality and throughput. You will collect samples, run analyses per SOPs, and generate Certificates of Analyses for approval, while maintaining accurate records and communicating with the production team.

You will participate in competency testing, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with third‑party labs. A relevant degree is required with preferred lab experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a relevant scientific or technical field is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in academic, chemical, and/or commercial lab experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with customers.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs (23 kg), climb stairs, and not be affected by heights.
• Experience with automated laboratory instruments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute QA/QC programs to ensure production quantity and quality.
• Collect samples from production and perform analyses per SOPs.
• Create Certificates of Analyses (CoAs) for approval in a timely manner.
• Record data in forms (paper and electronic) accurately.
• Communicate with production teams to implement QA/QC policies.
• Adhere to safety instructions when handling chemicals and gases.
• Coordinate with third‑party labs for outside testing services.
• Participate in trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Associate's Degree in a scientific or technical field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Automated laboratory instruments

Job description

The Lab Technician I is responsible for executing the Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs for AgCertain on a daily basis to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, and maintaining analytical throughput to match the production rate, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.Responsibilities and DutiesOperate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environmentsAbility to demonstrate a basic and continually increasing understanding of the laboratory environment and quality control practicesParticipate in all competency testing programs including interdepartmental and customer-based equivalency testingCollect samples from the production area and perform all relevant analytical tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Perform accurate testing of samples to create final product Certificate of Analyses (CoAs) for approval by others as defined by SOPs in a timely mannerRecord all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibilityCommunicate directly with the production team to ensure effective participation by the process operators on the implementation of QA/QC policies and proceduresHandle, organize, and store all chemical substances, fluids, and gases according to safety instructionsCommunicate with third-party labs to schedule outside testing servicesParticipate in all company trainingsPerform long-term additional duties as assigned and other duties as requiredAn Associate’s Degree in a relevant scientific or technical field is required; Bachelor’s degree preferredPrevious experience in academic, chemical, and/or commercial lab experience preferredPhysical abilities to include the ability to lift 50 lbs (23 Kg), able to climb several flights of stairs and not affected by heightsExperience with automated laboratory instruments preferredStrong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate internally and externally with customersStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and general office equipment is requiredAct with integrity, candor, excellence, curiosity, and a commitment to safetyAbide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility