Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Calibration, Campaigns, Chemistry, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Diversity, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), GSP (Good Safety Practices), High School Diploma, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Materials Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Control Engineering, Product/Service Launch, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Safety/Work Safety, Technical Leadership, Writing Skills
Intermediate Lab Technician
Intermediate Lab Technician
Shift and Hours: 1st shift 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday; Saturdays and/or overtime if needed.
Pay: $20.80 - $21.63 per hour, based on experience.
Job Responsibilities:
- Samples and analyzes raw materials as described in the Quality Assurance Program.
- Properly uses the laboratory equipment at Dodge City, analyzing raw materials based on procedures listed for each type of material.
- Conducts proper calibration of laboratory equipment and designated process control equipment.
- Conducts QC inspections of packaging line at start up (and as needed) of packaging campaigns.
- Maintains familiarity with the chemical characteristics of materials prior to contact with them, as well as the reactions of mixtures of these chemicals, with special emphasis on maintaining a safe work environment for yourself and others.
- Maintains the laboratory ensuring a clean and safe work environment and properly functioning analytical equipment.
- Enters the correct material concentrations in EFG (batch sheet) to assist formulators as released raw materials are staged for use.
- Assists in new product introductions at Dodge City to ensure, laboratory safety protocols have been reviewed, lab batches have been run, EFGs are prepared and ready.
- Assists the Lab Leader in communicating the results of new product introduction to Omnium Technical Management.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Computer literate
- High school diploma or GED
- Have working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Have good verbal and written communication skills
- Have basic knowledge of laboratory safety and good laboratory practices
- Attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Agriculture/chemistry background.
- Quality experience
- 4-yr degree in Chemistry
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
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Land O'Lakes Inc
We are a fast-growing, farmer-owned agriculture and food cooperative working to overcome the world's greatest food challenges. Our unique farm-to-fork business model works across crop inputs and insights, animal nutrition, dairy foods and sustainability to get high quality food to those who need it. Land O'Lakes provides opportunities to build a career in a vibrant industry that allows you to play a critical role in delivering on this, and by working together to advance humanity and to help communities around the world.
If you are interested in becoming a part of this amazing team, please click on the “apply now” button or visit our website at www.landolakes.jobs. Land O' Lakes, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, retirement savings account, tuition reimbursement, PTO, paid holidays and employee development opportunities. Land O’Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing. Additional information about our organization can also be obtained at www.landolakesinc.com.
5,000 to 9,999 employees
On Site Cafeteria, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401K, Childcare, Concierge Services, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home, Health Care on Site, Life Insurance
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