VEN - Lab Technician

Verbio North America; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation and sick time

401(k) with company contribution

On-the-job training and skill development

Job summary

Verbio North America is seeking a Lab Technician in Nevada, Iowa responsible for routine laboratory testing of process and environmental samples. You'll maintain a close working relationship with operations staff, ensuring consistent data and implementing lab techniques.

The role requires excellent communication skills and previous laboratory experience. Benefits include a comprehensive package starting on day one, generous vacation time, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a modified schedule at the Nevada, Iowa site.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tests of production and environmental samples.
• Conduct daily tests to support plant operations.
• Enter laboratory test data into spreadsheets and generate reports.

Skills

Previous laboratory experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work modified schedule

Experience with ASTM

Job description

Lab Technician

What We Will Expect From You

The Lab Technician is responsible for routine laboratory testing of process samples, environmental samples, and final product tank certification samples. They report changes in process from a laboratory perspective, maintain a close working relationship with operations staff, follow laboratory techniques to ensure consistent and repeatable data, and implement and maintain specialized instrumentation in the lab and in the field.

Requirements

• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a modified schedule at the Nevada, Iowa site.
• Availability for emergency calls when needed.
• Previous ethanol or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with ASTM, QA/QC & good Lab Practices programs preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tests of production and environmental samples to ensure product quality and environmental discharge levels.
• Conduct daily tests in line with standard operating procedures to support plant operations.
• Enter laboratory test data into spreadsheets and generate reports as required.
• Interpret laboratory data and explain its implications for plant operations.
• Communicate laboratory analyses to plant personnel.
• Maintain and properly use all lab equipment, including calibrations and cross validations.
• Work independently on routine duties while consulting supervisor on problems, rejections, or unusual results.
• Keep the work area clean and free from safety and environmental hazards.
• Participate in development, implementation, and revision of the plant quality program.
• Prepare chemical solutions for laboratory use.
• Adhere to all GLP, cGMP, TTB, EPA, OSHA, and employer standards and guidelines.
• Assist with shipment of samples to ensure compliance with DOT, TTB, or other governmental regulations.
• Support the Safety and Environmental Department as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting salary based on candidate experience, education, and market pay for the region.
• Comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Company-paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, as well as accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time with additional leave plans:
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 15 days of paid vacation time
  • 5 sick/personal days
• Company contribution of 3% safe‑harbor pension plan and 2 % profit sharing into a 401(k) account after 90 days.
• Opportunities for career advancement and bonuses.
• On‑the‑job training and skill development.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Verbio North America is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Hiring decisions are made solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.