Laboratory Technician

Bunge; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Vacation Time

Job summary

Bunge in Council Bluffs is seeking a Lab Technician responsible for ensuring quality specifications in soybean processing. This role involves performing analytical tests, data entry, and fostering a safe work environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers health benefits, a retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a processing or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a laboratory environment preferred.
• Ability to read and write proficiently in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on raw ingredients and products.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Enter analysis data into QA databases.
• Prepare testing solutions and equipment for the lab.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Computer skills (Word, Excel)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

City: Council Bluffs - State: Iowa (US-IA) - Country: United States (US) - Requisition Number: 46318

A Day in the Life

Bunge in Council Bluffs is a soybean crush and refining operation. The Lab Technician will work to ensure that quality specifications are met.

Position Details

This role will work a 12 hour shift, 7-7. This is a rotating schedule & will work day & night shift.

Hourly starting pay: $27.73

What You'll Be Doing

• Actively participate in our Employee Safety Involvement plan
• Maintain a safe work environment for all employees
• Perform all applicable analytical tests on raw ingredients, in-process, and finished products
• Perform data entry of analysis into various QA databases
• Assist in identifying and managing HOLD products
• Identify quality and procedure deviations; effectively report such deviations and provide accurate information in a timely manner and as needed
• Prepare testing solutions, equipment calibrations, general maintenance and upkeep of laboratory
• Commitment to supply safe food, maintain a food safety culture within the site, continually improve the site's food safety management system; and comply with customer and regulatory requirements.

Skills/Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED Required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in processing or manufacturing environment
• Work experience in a laboratory environment is preferred
• General knowledge of production processes, food lab instrumentation, and laboratory test methods preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound decision and teamwork skills are essential.
• Computer skills, including experience with Word and Excel is preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Organizational skills are a must
• Ability to follow written procedures and established test methods
• Must be able to proficiently read and write in English for the purposes of record keeping and safety and quality training processes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform office and data entry work

Benefits

• Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
• Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
• Vacation time- We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation program. Vacation time is accrued each pay period, with the accrual rate determined by your length of service at Bunge, pay frequency, and shift schedule. Typically, employees accrue approximately two weeks of vacation during their first full calendar year. However, the exact amount may vary depending on the specific facility's shift schedule.