Laboratory Technician I

TITLE: Laboratory Technician I

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt


FULL- OR PART-TIME: Full-time

PAY RANGE: $21.50 - $24.50

REPORTS TO: Laboratory Supervisor

WORK LOCATION: Visalia, California - On-site. This role requires regular on-site work at Edeniq's Visalia, California location. Candidates must be able to reliably report to the Visalia worksite as required for the position. Edeniq does not provide relocation assistance for this role.

WORK SCHEDULE:


Monday through Friday, generally 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Schedules may occasionally be staggered within Edeniq's office hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. based on business needs and office coverage requirements.

SUMMARY:


The Laboratory Technician I ("Lab Tech I") reports to the Laboratory Supervisor ("Lab Supervisor") and is responsible for conducting and qualifying for assigned assays/assay sets ("assays") while supporting essential lab functions and conducting work in compliance with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations. The Lab Tech I, under the mentorship and guidance of the Lab Supervisor and assigned lab team members, should make efforts to advance to Laboratory Technician II ("Lab Tech II") through additional assay qualification and completing mastery of an assay; proving their abilities to coach and effectively train others.


EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES:


All employees of Edeniq, Inc. ("Edeniq" or the "Company") must adhere to and follow the policies and procedures in the Company's Employee Handbook and are required to conduct themselves professionally and respectfully toward all Edeniq stakeholders (the Company, fellow employees, vendors, customers and other vested Company parties) with respect, support, honesty, courteousness, and hard work - "doing what we said we would do, and doing it well."

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs 4 - 5 assigned lab assays pursuant to weekly run schedule
• Complete training and qualifications of core team assays
• Perform core team assays and submit data entry in a timely and accurate basis, meeting all quality assurance requirements
• Complete training in and perform initial qualification on prep and solids
• Begin training in additional assay qualification for Lab Tech II requirements, with direction from Lab Supervisor
• Support lab workflow, assisting other lab team members in ongoing runs
• Create buffers and prep samples for team assays
• Create and maintain stock solutions of reagents and analytical standards
• Support data reintegration
• Maintains accurate lab and data records in accordance with Company policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory work environment, and other tasks as assigned by Lab Supervisor
• Perform duties in safely and in compliance with applicable safety, health, and environmental policies and regulations
• Other duties, as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION: B.A./B.S. in lab sciences or similar field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) with minimal supervision
• Previous HPLC experience preferred but not required
• Proficient in basic algebraic and statistical calculations
• Working knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures
• Ability to read, understand, and follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and applicable chemical safety procedures
• Data analysis experience, including use of statistics and software calculation tools, Excel preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of QC/QA analyses
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to function effectively and professionally in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:


Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation. This position is considered light work, exerting up to 5-10 pounds of force or lifting frequently in a laboratory, and up to 30-40 pounds of lifting infrequently. Work is primarily performed upright at a chest-high lab counter for lengthy periods of time while working with chemicals, beakers, flasks, and other lab equipment.

Physical requirements include:

• Frequently extending hands and arms in any direction, up to 75% of the time.
• Frequently moving or traversing about the lab.
• Frequently and/or constantly remaining upright at a lab counter, up to 90% of the time.
• Frequently and/or constantly applying pressure to objects with the fingers and palm, up to 90% of the time.
• Frequently raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position, up to 90% of the time.
• Safely handling hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and following applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Working in an environment where exposure to liquids, fumes, dust, and gases may occur.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

BENEFITS:


Edeniq offers a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holiday days

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:


Edeniq is an EEO employer. Edeniq provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions, reproductive health decision-making, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Edeniq will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees as required by applicable law. Candidates who require an accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

WORK AUTHORIZATION:


Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Edeniq is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:


Edeniq, Inc. is a leading biotechnology company specializing in innovative, analytical solutions for the biofuels industry. With a focus on the analysis of fiber and cellulosic ethanol, Edeniq helps its customers quantify and qualify increased yield value, reduce carbon intensity, and optimize plant operations. Founded in 2008, Edeniq's experienced team and strong customer focus have established the company as the top analytical testing service provider for ethanol producers across North America. Learn more at edeniq.com.