Laboratory Technician needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific's client located in Des Moines, IA.
This position is for a major food processing company and is looking for candidates with an associates in a scientific field and experience with operating standard lab equipment and documentation.
Schedule: The shift pattern will be 12-hour shifts, 7-7 4 days on 4 days off.
Key Responsibilities Prepare process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems. Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned. Maintains samples of tested product to confirm test results, if necessary. Documents results of all testing procedures and promptly notifies operations of required adjustments. Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). Understands most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators to achieve product quality. Performs light maintenance and calibration on all laboratory equipment. Qualifications 2 or more year's science degree Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs. Familiarity with current commercial software applications (Excel, Word) Experience with lab documentation. Experience with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances and spectrophotometer) Demonstrates sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing. Previous plant experience Opportunity is Calling, Apply Now!
Contract: 12 months with potential for extension and/or conversion.
Pay rate: $19.11 per hour + shift differential of $2 per hour for night shifts, W2.
Recruiter: Ery Baniqued
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