Lab Technician I (Chemistry)

Analytical Resource Laboratories (ARL) is a third-party contract laboratory specializing in microbiological and chemical testing of food, cosmetics, and dietary supplements. ARL has been offering analytical testing services for 23 years. We are looking for a team member with a background in analytical chemistry, microbiology, biophysics, or a closely related field, who is highly motivated, has greatdesire to learn, a quick learner, competent, meticulous, tech-savvy with excellent communication and organizational skills, personable, and proactive individual who is willing to wear multiples hats and embrace a "can-do" attitude to join our laboratory.

Our team is seeking a team player who can thrive in a fast-paced and high pressured work environment to join our robust, hardworking, intelligent, responsible, adaptive, positive, accountable, and amazing team! The successful candidate has the drive to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressured work environment. This is an excellent entry-level position for graduates in Analytical Chemistry or a closely related field who wish to gain valuable experience and cultivate industry knowledge and skills in a third-party laboratory industry.

JOB DESCRIPTION

While working closely with a Team Lead and/or under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for the following primary duties and responsibilities:

• Process samples, perform routine and high-level laboratory testing, and/or assist in method validation
• Conduct routine testing per ARL SOPs and/or method verifications, as assigned
• Work with management to ensure testing and projects are completed on or before the due date
• Conduct testing and validations according to written instructions
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Participate in quality audits, whenever necessary or assigned
• Record data and analyze results
• Calculate and interpret results
• Classify and label samples, according to protocol.
• Document and review findings
• Interpret and review data
• Maintain all laboratory records.
• Complete sample preparation and testing in a timely manner, according to approved SOP’s and correct techniques.
• Supervise maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• May supervise team, if assigned.
• Accountable and responsible for proper laboratory practices.
• Demonstrate knowledge and increase training and experience in maintaining analytical instruments.
• Comply with all requirements for quality control and assurance within the laboratory.
• Comply with ALL ARL workplace policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory workspace and equipment.
• Provide support for lab-specific waste management.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness at all times.
• Communicate the status and any issues regarding assigned testing verbally and in writing.
• Adhere to all GLP, GMP, and ISO regulations as they pertain to the position’s functions and duties.
• Document all activities, results, and report back to supervisor.
• Report work progress and state of preparation for testing to management.
• Stay informed with the latest industry trends, techniques, and best practices.
• Successfully complete all training, including skills and proficiency testing, within required timeframe.
• Assist with SOP, protocol, and work instruction creation and revisions, under the supervision of the Lab Manager and Quality Director
• Help ensure laboratory compliance with relevant regulations and standards at all levels
• Perform all duties and projects, as assigned by ARL leadership

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Able to converse fluently in English, verbally and in writing.
• Able to complete work on time and meet changing scheduling demands, depending on sample load.
• Competency in industry-specific or industry-related laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Be able to lift at least 50lbs.
• Able to work within a schedule that allows for testing to be completed and reported on time.
• Available to work 5 days a week, and available to work weekends.
• Good understanding of laboratory information systems and laboratory equipment.
• Abide by ARL’s drug testing, background check, and drug-free policies.
• Follow work schedule and attendance/time off requirements.
• Comply with ARL’s values and workplace policies
• Communicate professionally with team members and leadership to resolve any issues.
• Contribute to a positive and ethical work environment.
• Follow established and proper procedure for conflict resolution.
• Able to handle fast-paced, high-pressured work demands with confidence and professionalism.

REPORTS TO:

• Team Lead
• Lab Manager

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for a team player who can thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressured work environment to join our robust, hardworking, intelligent, responsible, adaptive, positive, accountable, and amazing team!

The successful candidate has the drive to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressured work environment. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate the following background, skills, abilities, and qualities, and availability:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum Experience: In-depth knowledge and advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques and advanced understanding of laboratory procedures
• Analytical chemistry experience required; experience with HPLC, GC, ICP-MS, fiber analyzer, and FTIR preferred
• Knowledge of metric system, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation
• Clear understanding of the importance of maintaining a clean workspace by following approved procedures and laboratory regulations for testing, health, and safety.
• Critical and analytical thinker
• Fluency in English a must
• Must live within 50 miles of location
• Ability to work in GMP/GLP environment
• An excellent ability to keep calm under pressure and stay focused to successfully fulfill responsibilities
• Ability to maintain and build team morale at all times
• Ability to skillfully and professionally adapt to changing demands
• Ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail
• Responsibility and accountability
• Strong work and professional ethics
• Excellent communication
• Commitment to and history of compliance with rules, procedures, policies, and regulations
• Able to skillful and professionally adapt to changing scheduling and procedural demands
• ARL does not offer work sponsorship for foreign workers. All individuals offered position must have U.S. work authorization in order to be employed.

COMPENSATION RATE DEPENDENT ON RELEVANT INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

ABOUT ARL

Analytical Resource Laboratories LLC is a third-party quality testing laboratory in the food, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical industry. It was established on January 1, 2000. In 2015, ARL partnered with Tentamus North America, Inc., a network of laboratories headquarter in Germany, to form International Contract Laboratories, LLC. We celebrate 22 years of serving the industry. We offer microbiology and chemistry testing services, as well as method development, to manufacturers, retailers, raw material providers, and even consumers. On June 1, 2021, ARL acquired EuTech Scientific Services, Inc. ARL laboratories are located in Utah, Arizona, Florida, and New Jersey. We continue to grow and expand to serve our partners across the United States. ARL’s motto of “Doing it right, on time, every time,” not only means executing the right work to produce quality results professionally but doing what is right legally, morally, and ethically. Our greatest strength is in walking the moral high ground that drives our work, relationships, character, and leadership. They are reflected in the way we build our success and in the way we treat each other and our colleagues in the business, even our competitors. Doing it right is what sets us apart.

VISION

“To be the best quality lab in the industry founded on a championship culture of leaders who inspire good and elevate life wherever we go, doing what we exist to do”

MISSION

We exist to provide experience, professionalism, and value in world-leading analytical testing services at the highest level of integrity, reliability, timeliness, and accuracy by the best and greatest people.

VALUES

Experience: We stand for the highest level of performance, proficiency, and drive because ...

… we perfect our craft and seek learning anywhere, anytime.

… we don’t just avoid errors; we achieve excellence.

… we state our intentions and take deliberate actions.

… we embrace change and better ways of thinking.

This is how we do it right.

Professionalism: We manifest total commitment to doing our absolute best because …

… we exercise integrity, honesty, and transparency.

… we are effective, accountable, and reliable.

… we demonstrate that leadership is an active choice, not a passive position.

… we deliver accuracy and quality in all our work.

… we take ownership of our stewardship.

This is who we are.

Value: We empower ourselves to bring value to those whose lives we impact by …

… building bridges of partnerships and service.

… inspiring moral discipline and character.

… creating authentic chemistry in our relationships.

… elevating the world through the results of our work.

If you resonate with our philosophy, we just might be the lab for you.