Land O'Lakes
Saint Joseph, MO
Shift: Full time
Mid-Level Lab Technician LAB TECHNICIAN: This position is the mid-skilled worker in the lab. Has successfully completed job training and has demonstrated ability to perform routine quality control testing. Shift and Hours: 3rd shift 10pm - 6:30am Monday - Friday Training will be on 1st shift for 4 weeks Pay: $24.52 per hour JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Required): Education: High School equivalent education (GED) and some college level course and lab work in general and analytical and/or organic chemistry. Experience: Should have a minimum of two (2) years in commercial laboratory performing physical testing, HPLC/GC chemical analysis and ICP nutrient analysis (preferred). Skills: Ability to perform higher level mathematical calculations, good eye/hand coordination, a good understanding of chemistry concepts, good communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team. Good understanding and ability to perform chemical analysis using HPLC and GC and experience performing nutrient chemical analysis using ICP instrumentation (preferred) - see specific requirements listed below. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Complexity of Duties: Duties require the ability to interpret results of testing for accuracy, credibility, compliance with specifications, etc. and to perform simple problem-solving tasks. Environment: This position works primarily in the laboratory areas. Requires good physical, visual and mental attention. On occasion special safety equipment may be required for entry into a hazardous manufacturing area. Waste Disposal: Isolation, remediation, containerizing RCRA hazardous waste generated in the assigned process area and under guidance of supervisory personnel. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Experience performing various physical property analysis including: • Analytical Gravimetric balance operation • Moisture analysis (Karl Fisher Moisture balance) • pH operation and calibration • Density measurement • Viscometer measurement • Particle Size analysis • Wet and Dry Screen analysis • Suspension and emulsion testing 2. Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) a. Basic operation sample/standards preparation • Knowledge of proper settings for equipment • Ability to make mobile phase and internal standards • Ability to prepare samples for analysis b. Perform instrument maintenance as needed • Replace gas or mobile phase • Know when and how to replace septum • Replace broken column or change columns • Recognize a system problem (pump, column, detector, etc.) and correct with minimal support from more senior technicians • Able to change out sample loops, columns, pumps and detectors c. Ability to set-up instruments for new products/production campaigns d. Knowledge of how to shut down and load methods in case of an emergency power outage e. Demonstrate knowledge of GC/HPLC theory application including trouble shooting when a problem occurs. 3. Able to recognize analysis problems and determine corrective/verification actions 4. Able to perform basic environmental testing 5. Demonstrate leadership abilities 6. Able to perform basic training for lower-level technicians JOB QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Preferred): Knowledge of basic ICP operation including sample preparation and analysis. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (Preferred): Two years of college chemistry or degree in related science field. Combination of education and experience will be considered. About Land O Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices. Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.