Lab Technician

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Date: Nov 15, 2013

Location: Barrington, IL, USA

A responsible and enthusiastic individual to coordinate R&D labs and support the product development group.

Job responsibilities include:

• Ensure labs comply with GMP guidelines and established operating sanitation standards. Participate as a member of the safety committee and the food GMP committee to assure compliance in the labs.


• Support the product development team on various lab activities, such as executing bench formulation as designed by product development scientists, and running process equipment as needed.


• Maintain up-to-date equipment list and assist in identification of new equipment.


• Coordinate outside service of equipment maintenance as needed.


• Manage ingredient and lab supply inventory, as well as look for innovative and time saving ideas for the team to improve functionality and time management in the lab.


• Be the point person for specifications and other crucial documents for incoming materials.


• Maintain the schedule of activities in the labs in alignment with the team priorities. Oversees temporary employees work schedules and priorities.


• Other projects as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications:

• AAS Science / Engineering & industrial experience in a pilot plant or R&D labs; and /or 4+ years in food processing.


• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Excel, working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.


• Good organizational and time management skills.


• Ability to lift 40lbs.


• Knowledgeable of GMPS and lab safety.


• Willing to grow within this specific role.


• Must work effectively with diverse personalities and work styles.


• Must be a team player who can partner with colleagues to manage day to day priority changes.


• Demonstrates high sense of urgency for results.


• Provides excellent customer service, and display excellent organizational and follow-up skills.


• Strong work ethics, self-motivated, drive for results.


• Contributes to training and development of others.


• Effectively and independently manages his/her time and priorities.


• Is very flexible and adaptable to change.


• Must be willing and able to travel 5% of the time

Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V
Ref: 37133BR