Lab Technician 1

The Lab Technician I is responsible for executing the Quality Control programs for AgCertain on a daily basis to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, and maintaining analytical throughput to match the production rate, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.Responsibilities & Duties:Operate safely and appropriately in all AgCertain situations and environmentsAbility to demonstrate a basic and continually increasing understanding of the laboratory environment and quality control practicesParticipate in all competency testing programs including interdepartmental and customer-based equivalency testingCollect samples from the production area and perform all relevant analytical tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Perform accurate testing of samples to create final product Certificate of Analyses (CoAs) for approval by others as defined by SOPs in a timely mannerRecord all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibilityCommunicate directly with the production team to ensure effective participation by the process operators on the implementation of QA/QC policies and proceduresHandle, organize, and store all chemical substances, fluids, and gases according to safety instructionsCommunicate with third-party labs to schedule outside testing servicesParticipate in all company trainingsPerform all other duties as assignedAn Associate’s Degree in a relevant scientific or technical field is required; Bachelor’s degree preferredPrevious experience in academic, chemical, and/or commercial lab experience preferredPhysical abilities to include the ability to lift 50 lbs (23 Kg), able to climb several flights of stairs and not affected by heightsExperience with automated laboratory instruments preferredStrong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate internally and externally with customersStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and general office equipment is requiredAct with humility, honesty, integrity, and a commitment to safetyAbide by Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility #J-18808-Ljbffr