Lab Technician Intern

Overview:

At JBT Marel Corporation, what we do matters , we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to fortify the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Serve with Integrity - Collaborate with Humility - Grow with Agility - Innovate with Impact.

The Opportunity

As our Lab Technician Intern, you will assist with preparation of samples and residue analysis for Citrus products. You will report to the Laboratory Supervisor and assist with a variety of procedures that include handling chemicals and testing products. You will be based out of the Riverside, CA site. Internship is expected to run through May-June

Key Responsibilities:

Efficiently prepare and extract residue samples, ensuring readiness for accurate and timely analysis.

• Conduct residue analyses with precision, adhering to established protocols.
• Maintain and stock reagents, ensuring their quality and integrity are preserved.
• Keep the laboratory clean and organized, ensuring an efficient working environment.
• Regularly check and maintain lab equipment, promptly reporting any issues to supervisors for resolution.
• Additional responsibilities besides the ones listed below may be revised.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing or holding an Associate/Bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
• Experience in a chemistry lab through classwork or job is mandatory.
• Basic laboratory experience is required.
• Comfortable working with chemicals.
• Able to read and understand Chemical SDS's.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in various conditions, including indoor/outdoor weather, moving industrial machinery, chemicals and fumes, noisy or dusty environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, squat and step up/down for various amounts of time and paces.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Capability to lift, push, pull and move materials, typically up to 50 pounds.
• Hand Use: Frequent use of hands and fingers for handling equipment and performing tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

The estimated annual salary/hourly range for this role is $ 20.00/hour - $25.00/hour Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience.

Why work at JBT Marel:

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT to feed your growth!


Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process.