Manufacutring Laboratory Technician

Job Opportunity

Pay: $20.50/hr

Shift: Monday & Tuesday 3pm-11pm, Wednesday & Thursday 11pm-7am, Sunday 7am-3pm. Off Friday and most Saturdays.

Location: Decatur, Illinois

Job Duties:

• Prepare process and finished product samples.
• Perform analytical testing using instrumental and wet chemistry procedures.
• Record results using computerized data systems.
• Conduct daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.
• Maintain samples of tested products to confirm test results, if necessary.
• Document results of all testing procedures and promptly notify operations of required adjustments.
• Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Understand production processes and may make recommendations to operators to achieve product quality.
• Perform light maintenance and calibration on all laboratory equipment.
• Maintain ongoing records of the results of all testing procedures and input such data into a computer daily.
• Maintain adequate supplies for testing procedures and notify the supervisor of the need to reorder.
• Compare equipment readouts with samples of standards to ensure accurate operation.
• Maintain a neat and clean working area, wash equipment as required, and store equipment properly.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Perform duties safely, utilizing all approved safety equipment and complete all safety certification requirements.
• Adhere to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA, and employer standards and guidelines.

Education/Training Preferred:

• 2 or more years of science degree.

Experience Preferred:

• Good attendance history.
• Excellent safety record and awareness.
• Proficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs.
• Familiarity with commercial software applications (Excel, Word).
• Experience with lab documentation.
• Experience operating standard lab equipment (e.g., pH meter, balances, spectrophotometer).
• Proficient math skills for calculations associated with lab testing.
• Previous plant experience.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks.
• Team-building skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven housekeeping and sanitation skills.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Accurate record-keeping skills.
• Attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time.

Please apply or send resume to jbender@blackrockres.com. #LI-JB1