What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Support Technician position at Envera LIC LLC?
Who we are
Envera LIC, LLC is part of the Lesaffre family who is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our entrepreneur spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.
Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion-euro turnover. We work with customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.
We believe in the incredible potential of microorganisms as the greatest means to better nourish and protect the planet. Fermentation is one of the most promising answers to the challenge of nourishing 9 billion people in a healthy way by 2050.
Envera is a legal entity of Lesaffre located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Envera manufactures bacteria solutions for Lesaffre BUs and different market segments such as wastewater treatment, bioremediation, cleaning solutions and many other areas where bacteria can play a key role.
What we offer
- The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability
- A great 401K plan, affordable benefits, and 10 paid holidays
- The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact
What you bring to the table
The opportunity to work autonomously in the lab with a collaborative spirit. Play an integral role of the team by supporting the work in the lab and ensuring the entire lab operates efficiently by making and sterilizing microbiology media, maintaining inventory, calibrating and maintaining equipment while keeping a clean laboratory.
What you will do as a Research Technician
- Balance multiple responsibilities
- Follow protocols for making and sterilizing microbiology media
- Interact with scientists to produce novel media
- Calibrate and maintain equipment according to SOP’s
- Sterilize supplies
- Manage supplies and order as needed
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness
To succeed you must hold:
- 1-2 years of lab experience.
- Standard laboratory methods and procedures.
- Curiosity of and comfort working in, areas of biology and industrial microbiology.
- Knowledge of Microsoft office
Our Core Values: Passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility
Envera 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, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Experience
Required- 1 - 2 years: Lab Experience
Education
Required- High School or better
Skills
Required- Microsoft Excel
- Outlook
- Microsoft SharePoint
Behaviors
Preferred- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
