Our client has an opening for a Lab Technician.   They are looking for candidates who are “self-starters”, with basic laboratory experience, willing to learn new skills, and work with a team who are continually working to improve the processes in the lab.

• Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines


• Execution of Food Testing Methods


• Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting


• Meet Quality control and ISO requirements


• Maintain a work environment that complies with company safety rules


• Cross-functional support as needed


• Skillfully handle multiple tasks, project, and priorities with minimal guidance or direction

Schedule:  Monday – Thursday, 4-10hour days, Overtime as needed, occasional Friday as well. (Flexible schedule between 6am – 5pm CST)

Salary:  $DOE/ hr, (Long term contract)

Benefits: Health Insurance Available – Medical / Dental/ Vision

• 2-Year Degree – Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field


• or High School Degree with 3-5 yrs of directly relatable experience


• Ability to use computer applications and Proficient in MS Office products - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook,


• Knowledge and familiar with LIMS – A Plus!


• Strong organizational and leadership skills, independent decision making, high attention to detail, and service orientation are essential


• Skills to be successful - strong team player, Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to learn quickly and apply new applications, Strong problem solving and technical skills


• Ability to experiment and make data-based recommendations
  

Keywords:  technician, food products, laboratory, food testing, food science,

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