Lab Technician I

At doTERRA we encourage all employees to seek out opportunities that will expand their skill set. We strive to help achieve personal career goals by providing opportunities of growth and movement throughout the company.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analyses on finished products, raw materials, and components including entry, review, and/or approval of data in lab notebooks and a computerized database (LIMS).
• Follow standardized test methods, procedures, and work instructions, document test results, and communicate status of test results. Collaborate with peers and cross-departmentally.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and other materials needed for testing. Monitor chemical and reference standard inventory supply.
• Ensure all documentation and quality records are conducted in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) requirements.
• Demonstrate and develop experience on Polarimeter, Densitometer, Refractometer, Viscometer, FTIR, UV-Vis, Titrations, Organoleptic evaluation, and other analytical techniques, including troubleshooting, minor maintenance, calibrations, and minor repairs.
• Author and review lab Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and forms.
• Communicate frequently with team members and management about sample and instrument status, out of specification results, and other work-related topics.
• Perform lab cleaning and maintain an organized work environment.
• Support all continuous improvement activities, including suggesting methods for increasing efficiency of chemistry lab operations.
• Must be available for ad hoc meetings, calls, or questions during business hours.
• While the company does strive to maintain a safe workplace, this position requires that employees in this role contribute to a safe work environment by following all safety related procedures and detecting and reporting potential hazards.
• May be asked to perform non-routine work on occasion to assist the department.
• Other related duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education and Experience:

• 0-1+ years full time progressively responsible work in a laboratory setting.
• Some college education in a science field preferred.

2. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work under the close direction of senior personnel and/or a supervisor.
• Ability to work in close proximity to products with strong aromas.
• Basic mathematical skills, deductive reasoning skills, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, basic computer programs, and laboratory software.
• Ability to communicate in a timely manner by reading, writing, and speaking in English, including in person real-time communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize and plan tasks to achieve daily workload.
• Basic knowledge of chemical and solution handling.
• Ability to traverse varying distances and travel between different floors of the building. Traveling between buildings (outside) may be required occasionally.
• Must be able to elevate and/or move up to 40 pounds, with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment for extended periods of time, including but not limited to closed toed shoes, lab coats, safety glasses/goggles, nitrile/latex gloves, and face shields.
• Ability to manipulate small objects such as bottle lids, small hand tools, etc.
• Must maintain positive relationships in the workplace by treating others with respect, dignity, and integrity.
• Must work well in a team environment.

doTERRA International, LLC. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability.