Sampler

U.S. Sugar; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Sugar, headquartered in Clewiston, Florida, seeks a laboratory sampling technician to support cane sampling, testing, and quality control on a rotating shift. The role involves preparing samples, operating scales, logging results, and maintaining a sterile lab area.

You will follow CGMP/CGLP standards, participate in safety trainings, and communicate findings to Lab Supervisors and the Shift Manager. Candidates must meet basic skills tests, pass drug/background checks, and be able to work

Qualifications

• Must pass company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• Must have color vision and be able to distinguish the red/green spectrum due to chemical sampling.
• Must possess basic computer skills and be able to accurately enter information on spreadsheets.
• Must possess knowledge of basic math and units of weights and measure (e.g. grams, milliliters, etc.).
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job and in the classroom, to communicate via radio, and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the job.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all Company, Local, State and Federal regulations relating to Health, Safety, Operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and/or certifications related to the position.
• Abide by and implement Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) and Current Good Laboratory Practices (CGLP).
• Collect samples from all areas of the plant and protect sample integrity throughout the process.
• Perform all required cane trash tests as required and document test results in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicate with Lab Supervisors, Shift Manager, and laboratory personnel, to report abnormal cane/trash results, equipment inoperability, and other irregular operational discrepancies.
• Maintain a sterile working environment and assist Lab personnel with routine housekeeping.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Color vision

Basic math

English language

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

U.S. Sugar is one of the nation’s largest fully integrated producer of sugarcane, a leading provider of fresh vegetables and citrus products and a regional short line railroad operator. Headquartered in Clewiston, Florida the company farms more than 200,000 acres in Hendry, Glades, Martin and Palm Beach counties and employs approximately 3,000 people including many high skilled/wage jobs in automated environments. Produces 650,000 - 700,000 tons of cane sugar a year, providing nearly 8% of the nation’s sugar production. U.S. Sugar employs nearly 3,000 people including high skilled / high wage jobs in variety of automated environments.

Why U.S. Sugar?

Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.

Summary

Reporting to the Shift Manager, this is a rotating shift-work position with periodic overtime and recall requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays, working independently or in a team, safely and efficiently take cane and/or trash samples according to a strict sampling schedule. Incumbent will prepare samples for testing, operate weighing scales, timely log the tests results in written form or in a computer file, and maintain a sterile laboratory sample area, according to Laboratory Procedures. During off-crop, incumbent will perform laborious maintenance work as necessary.

Functions

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all Company, Local, State and Federal regulations relating to Health, Safety, Operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and/or certifications related to the position.
• Abide by and implement Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) and Current Good Laboratory Practices (CGLP).
• Collect samples from all areas of the plant and protect sample integrity throughout the process.
• Perform all required cane trash tests as required and document test results in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicate with Lab Supervisors, Shift Manager, and laboratory personnel, to report abnormal cane/trash results, equipment inoperability, and other irregular operational discrepancies.
• Maintain a sterile working environment and assist Lab personnel with routine housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Must have positive results from Company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• Must have color vision and be able to distinguish the red/green spectrum due to chemical sampling.
• Must possess basic computer skills and be able to accurately enter information on spreadsheets.
• Must possess knowledge of basic math and units of weights and measure (e.g. grams, milliliters, etc.).
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job and in the classroom, to communicate via radio, and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the job.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.

Working Conditions

80% of the work environment is conducted in an open/outdoor environment, exposed to heights and rapidly changing temperatures including extreme heat, weather conditions, blowing dust and particles, loud noise, and limited visibility while wearing PPE (i.e.: hard hat, goggles, lab coat, ear plugs, full-body suits, and respirators); regularly climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, crawling, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, and walking on uneven ground containing slip and trip hazards. Will routinely work while lifting, loading, pushing and/or pulling of up to 55 lbs.

20% of the work environment is conducted in an enclosed, environmentally controlled, sanitized laboratory, constantly exposed to caustic chemicals, strong odors, liquids of extreme temperatures, open heat sources, sharp objects, artificial light, and rotating equipment. Will be routinely required to wear PPE (i.e.: latex gloves, goggles, and smocks). Will regularly stand for the entire duration of the shift, walk in a tight workspace, reach overhead, and manipulate samples or machinery using two hands while looking up and down or side to side. Will periodically lift, carry, push, or pull up to 55 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.