Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Location: Louisville, KY 40258

Shift: The hours are negotiable. The range would be between 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. as a start time for an 8-hour day. Overtime as needed.

Pay Rate: $25.00/HOUR

1. 5 or more years in a lab using lab equipment such as viscometer, softening point, etc. and/ or quality experience
2. Attention to detail and display analytical skills. Candidate will be posting formulas in SAP software
3. Ability to self-direct work and processes

Job Description

Performs various warehousing and logistics tasks in support of the Shipping and Receiving

ACTIVITIES

• Comply with all laboratory safety requirements and maintain laboratory using good housekeeping practices
• Practice Safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA guidelines, and specific EHS expectations
• Prioritize testing based on customer requirements or R&D needs
• Properly document and report testing data
• Sample preparation and management per laboratory procedures
• Complete necessary calibration, certification, and pre-use processes required
• Complete required sample testing using lab equipment (Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, etc)
• Manage the nonconforming material process flow (entry, assignment, closure)
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects
• Perform other assigned duties to support Quality Services and other processes
• Review and report production data
• Retain management
• Plant equipment calibration, etc.
• Attend all HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meeting
• Conduct GMP and Glass inspections

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• The job involves laboratory work that is time critical, without compromise to data integrity.
• Customers are relying on accurate representation of product and release on time.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Data Accuracy / verification to ensure only material in specification is released for sale.
• On time testing to Release Dates
• Effective Communication when material may not get released on time
• Managing all Non-Conforming Materials

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Laboratory experience is required.
• Associate s or Bachelor s degree preferred, with preference given to chemistry, biology, or related fields
• Basic knowledge of statistics is preferred. Able to learn and understand basic statistics (Control Charting, SPC, Cpk, Cp, Std. Dev)
• Ability to self-direct work and processes
• Demonstrate strong attention to details and display analytical skills
• Demonstrate competency with Microsoft Office suite