What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Rousselot?
Classification: Non-exempt
Reports to: Quality Manager
Rousselot is the world's leading producer of gelatin and is a recognized partner in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
The Dubuque facility has an opening for a Lab Technician. This role is responsible for performing routine physical, chemical and microbiological testing on gelatin samples.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
The Rousselot plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires day shift work. Occasional weekend work on a rotating schedule and occasional overtime will be a requirement for this position.
Minimum Requirements:
- Four year degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology or a related subject.
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Manufacturing Lab experience
- HPLC, ICP, Molecular weight, Proximate Analysis, Titrations, Media Preparation, troubleshooting instrumentation experience
- ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma
Job Duties:
- Collect and prepare various gelatin and/or raw material samples for testing.
- Perform laboratory tests, including microbiological, chemical and physical in accordance with written procedures.
- Identify non-conforming product and confer with management.
- Accurately record data via lab report & log books.
- Accurately enter test data into computer based LIMS system.
- Perform weekend/Holiday rotation including routine micro and chemical/physical testing.
- Perform and report special tests such as those required by customers according to their specifications.
- Prepare media and stock solutions required for performing tests; maintain lab supply inventories.
- Keep work area, supplies, glassware and other equipment clean, organized and properly cared for.
- Calibrate or verify lab equipment, when appropriate.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Perform Environmental Monitoring tasks including swabbing, and communicate results.
- Assist others as needed.
Why do our team members work at Rousselot?
- We pride ourselves on offering competitive pay and a full benefit package for our team.
- Easy commute!
- Great community of team members
- Superior benefit packages - Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Match & Safe Harbor 401(k)
- Generous Vacation and PTO Benefits
- Rousselot invests in team members' continued education, licenses and career advancements
Rousselot is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
