Lab Technician at Land O'Lakes

St Joseph, Missouri, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Production, AgricultureIndustries

High School or equivalent education (GED) and some college level courses with lab work in general, analytical and/or organic chemistry
No previous experience required (appropriate experience may satisfy portion of educational requirements)
Ability to handle simple algebraic calculations
Good eye/hand coordination
General understanding of basic chemistry concepts
Good communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Ability to comprehend and perform scientific written and oral instructions with supervision
Good physical, visual, and mental attention
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Able to learn quickly and be a self-starter
Able to think analytically in interpreting test results for accuracy, reasonableness, compliance with specifications
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
Must be fully certified on Entry Level Lab Technician procedures within 12 months of hire and recertified biennially

Complete assigned jobs on time 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
Isolation, remediation, containerizing RCRA hazardous waste generated in the assigned process area under guidance of supervisory personnel
Notify Cost Center Leader and/or Quality Supervisor if any out of the ordinary conditions occur