Lab Technician

Seeking to hire a Lab Technician for our client in Decatur, Illinois
Benefits Available.
Weekly Pay.
20.00 Per Hour

Shift Timings 3PM to 11PM

Description
Perform laboratory analysis on in-process and finished product samples to determine conformance to the specifications of quality and purity.
Collection of samples throughout the plant and delivery of samples to the Central Analytical Lab will be a requirement.
Results analysis in a fast-paced environment as well as reporting deviations to Operations is necessary to ensure the production of in-spec material.
Must review and interpret shift notes and addition of relevant lab findings.
Must ensure equipment at Critical Control Points in the process are in working condition on a regular basis. This requires frequent visits to the packaging line from the lab.
Clear communication with fellow lab techs during shift change is necessary to ensure seamless transition between shifts.
Must maintain lab cleanliness and keep track of inventory of product ingredients.
High level of organization skills required to ensure samples are properly collected, labeled, and matched with accurate results.

All lab techs participate in production line cleaning procedures. Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
Initial inspection of equipment for cleanliness.
ATP swab collection and analysis.
Communication with Operations and Sanitation personnel based on swab/inspection results for re-cleaning.
Communication with Quality personnel based on swab/inspection results for final pass of clean equipment.
Swab results recording on equipment cleaning documentation.
NO JEWELRY will be allowed in processing areas. This includes dermal piercings. False fingernails and eyelashes will also be prohibited. The only exceptions are plain wedding bands and medical alert jewelry.

Essential Job Functions

Follow all safety and environmental rules and regulations applicable to position
Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices GMP and HACCP requirements
Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations and policies
Perform all required lab tests adhering to documented laboratory procedures
Physical testing of production samples
Daily verification of lab instruments
Recording, interpreting, and entering test results using a computerized data system
Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, when necessary
Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to reorder such supplies
Continually compares test results with standards, as required, to ensure that all products are within specification
Handle various chemicals in different containers in the manner outlined in the Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturer

Job Qualifications

Must be able to read write speak English, must be able to do basic arithmetic
Must be able to write clearly
Must be able to communicate with other employees in a clear and professional manner
Must be able to work on multiple tasks and remain organized
Must be able to work on a team
Must have a willingness to learn
Exhibit regular and prompt attendance
Participates actively in training
Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties
Practices proper personal hygiene

High School Diploma or GED required, Associates in an applied science preferred
Preferred analytical laboratory experience

Position requires basic computer operation skills, i.e., use of "point and click" programs, MS Office applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, OneNote, and different software programs for the instruments.

Understands that accidents are preventable, and that safety is everyone's responsibility
Commitment to Client's goal of achieving a zero-injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures

Ability to sit stand walk for long periods of time while performing job duties.

Must be capable of working from heights, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly ex. Moving a gas cylinder

Must be able to handle dangerous chemicals in a safe manner
Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays