What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Matrix Sciences International Inc?
Are you looking to progress in your career with a fast-growing food safety company? Are you a hardworking, collaborative team member ready to hit the ground running and get the job done? Then we are looking for you!
What we do:
Matrix Sciences provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research and data management services that support our customers’ confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market.
The Matrix Sciences Agriculture lab in our South Dakota location performs testing for pesticide residues, vet drugs, minerals, and proximates in a variety of sample types, as well as in support or our clients; environmental monitoring programs.
Why it matters:
This work allows clients to identify potential contamination before it impacts their products and helps them feel confident that their products meet their quality standards.
Role Summary:
The Lab Technician performs routine testing of food and environmental samples for qualitative and quantitative parameters.
What you’ll do:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Perform analytical testing of feed, fertilizer, water and/or pesticide residue samples using laboratory techniques and standard operating procedures.
- Perform equipment monitoring and verification on basic laboratory items such as balances, fridges, incubators, pipettes, etc.
- Identify, communicate and document non-conformities related to daily activities.
- Ensure sample turnaround time goals and other key performance indicators are met.
- Ensure accurate and complete traceability and documentation of testing activities performed.
- Support assigned staff with investigations and implementation of corrective actions performing activities as directed.
- Identify and assist with implementation of process improvements
- For responsibilities within area of responsibility, provide training for other laboratory staff.
- Adhere to lab safety procedures and reporting standards.
- Follow written Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
- Other duties may be assigned to assist with the operations of the lab.
- Supports and complies with all Company policies, Quality Systems and Health & Safety programs.
- Keeps work area clean, neat and organized.
- Maintains training records and relevant qualifications.
- Provides general lab support.
What you have:
- Minimum Associates Degree in Sciences or at least 2 years working in a commercial lab environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a team.
- Positive outlook with the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
What we offer:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness
- Paid Time-Off
- LifeLock Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
Location:
- Brookings, SD
EEO Statement
Matrix Sciences International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Matrix Sciences is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees. We treat all employees and applicants in conformance with both the spirit and letter of federal, state, and local employment discrimination laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Company makes all employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniform services membership status or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
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