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Land O'Lakes, Inc. · 11 hours ago

Associate Lab Technician

Hampton, IA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $22/hr

0+ years exp

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. They are seeking an Associate Lab Technician who will be responsible for performing routine tasks in the laboratory, ensuring quality products through accurate testing and reporting, and following safety and compliance protocols.

AgricultureAnimal FeedFood DeliveryFood ProcessingNutrition

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Complete assigned jobs on time in as written in procedure

Assure accurate completion of tests to minimize retests on same sample

Understand and follow lab and company safety, quality, and behavioral policies

Maintain good relationship with plant personnel contacts

Responsible for safe and compliant handling of RCRA hazardous waste in accordance with all appropriate regulatory requirements

Notify Cost Center Leader and/or Quality Supervisor if any out of the ordinary conditions occur

Must be fully certified on Entry Level Lab Technician procedures within 12 months of hire and be recertified biennially

An Entry Level Lab Technician will not be considered for promotion if he/she is on probation for any reason

Qualification

Analytical ChemistryLaboratory TechniquesGas Chromatography (GC)Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)Microsoft Office SuiteMulti-taskingCommunication SkillsTeamworkProblem SolvingSelf-starter

Required

High School or equivalent education (GED) and some college level courses with lab work in general, analytical and/or organic chemistry

No previous experience is required although appropriate experience may be used to satisfy a portion of the educational requirements

Should be able to handle simple algebraic calculations

Should have good eye/hand coordination and a general understanding of basic chemistry concepts

Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Able to learn quickly and be a self-starter

Able to think analytically in interpreting test results for accuracy, reasonableness, compliance with specifications, etc

Ability to perform simple problem-solving tasks and troubleshooting

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment

Preferred

Analytical Gravimetric balance operation

Moisture analysis (Karl Fisher & Moisture balance)

pH operation and calibration

Density Measurement

Viscometer operation

Particle Size analysis

Turbidity analysis

Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) operation

Wet and Dry Screen analysis

Suspension and emulsion testing

Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Basic operation & sample/standards preparation

Review data and Releases in-specification products

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (i.e. MS Outlook, Word, Excel)

Two years of college chemistry or degree in related science field

Combination of education and experience will be considered

Benefits

Broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best

Company

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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Land O’Lakes, Inc.

Founded in 1921

Minnesota City, Minnesota, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.landolakesinc.com/

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