Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Company Information

At FoodChain ID, were driven by our vision: we make it easier to keep the food supply chain safe and transparent. To do this, were developing a first of its kind, comprehensive and integrated software platform for our customers. This platform will make it easier for leading food manufacturers and retailers to be compliant, manage risk, and access new markets and consumers as the New Food Economy continues to evolve.

Summary

A Laboratory Technician I will execute all aspects of daily business operations in either theDNA testing or Sample Preparation laboratory. An ideal candidate will work effectively with all team members to ensure that our customers receive on-time and accurate delivery of test results and services in alignment with our quality system requirements.

Responsibilities

• All responsibilities described in the Laboratory Assistant DNA job description

• Understanding of testing requirements and concepts

• Prioritize and prepare/process all customer samples for analytical testing according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

• Reagent preparation

• Identify and assist in resolving anomalous events

• Maintain accurate records for traceability through all department procedures

• Responsible for calibration and verification of specific equipment and their accompanying records

• All other duties as assigned

DNA Testing Specific Responsibilities

• Knowledge in DNA extraction, UV/Vis Spectroscopy, qPCR, ELISA, GLP

Sample Preparation Specific Responsibilities

• Responsiblefor grains, food, animal feed, supplements, and other food/feed matrices

Competencies - Following 30 Day Shadow Training

• Successfully complete the 12-day DNA prep, extraction, and instrumentation training

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a scientific field

• 1-2+ years of Laboratory experience

Interpersonal/Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; clear, organized, detail-oriented

• Offers and receives useful and constructive feedback

• Able to establish and maintain effective work relationships in a team-based environment

Personal Skills

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

• Able to multi-task and work efficiently under deadlines

• Takes responsibility for all work activities and personal actions

Business Skills

• Effectively meet customer needs while taking responsibility for customer satisfaction

• Consult with Technical Manager, Quality Manager, and/or Client Services on testing matters

• Undertake all necessary training to maintain the knowledge and expertise required to meet the changing demands of the position and business

Technology Literacy

• Proficiency with operation of desktop computers

• MS Excel, Outlook

• Database experience preferred

Language Skills

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to speak effectively to employees in their work group or environment

• Ability to write reports and correspondence

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to acquire and analyze results from various laboratory instruments and prepare analytical reports

Reasoning Ability

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste and smell. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms with repetitive motions of the hands and wrist related to the standard operating procedures; and rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is required to sit with repetitive motions of the hands and wrist related to writing and typing at a desktop or mobile keyboard.

Specific vision conditions include close vision reading. It requires the ability to operate a computer and phone.

Employees must have reliable transportation.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally is occasionally exposed to hazardous material, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work is performed primarily indoors in an office and/or laboratory setting. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.

The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including lab coat and gloves. The employee will operate equipment properly as described in the owner's manual and according to SOP specifications.

Position Type and Expected Working Hours

Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

FoodChain ID, Inc. 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.