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ADM · 2 days ago

Laboratory Technician - Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$32K/yr - $59K/yr

2+ years exp

ADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, and they are seeking a Laboratory Technician to work at their cotton pulp processing plant in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves preparing and testing samples, performing analytical tests, and maintaining laboratory equipment to ensure product quality and compliance with safety standards.

Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Preparing in-process and finished product samples; performing analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and recording results using computerized data systems

Performing daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned. Maintaining samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary

Documenting results of all testing procedures and promptly notifying operations of required adjustments. Entering and reporting data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Understanding most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality

Performing light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment

Maintaining on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis

Maintaining adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifying the manager of the need to re-order such supplies

Continually compares equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately

Maintaining a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas

Maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees

Performing duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements

Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines

Qualification

Analytical testingLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)GMP/GLP familiarityScience backgroundStandard lab equipment operationTroubleshooting initiativeTeam focusAttention to detailCommunication skillsFlexibility

Required

The ideal candidate will have a two year science related degree and/or two years of lab experience

Qualified candidates should be familiar with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances, extractions, GC, ICP, etc.)

The willingness and ability to work rotating night shift including weekends and holidays

Actively participate in training efforts and safety initiatives

Attention to detail following procedures, proper analytical technique and computer entry

Communicate results, problems, and priorities to supervisor and production departments in a timely manner

Ability to use mathematics

Shows initiative to troubleshoot lab equipment

Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement

Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness in all work areas

Preferred

Science background

Previous experience with the analytical testing

Familiar with GMP/GLP (Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices)

Benefits

Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Paid time off including paid holidays.

Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

Tuition assistance.

Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

Company

ADM

Glassdoor3.9

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.

Founded in 1902

Chicago, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.adm.com

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