Laboratory Technician

We are seeking an experienced Analytical Lab Technician to work with our client in Muscatine, Iowa. As the selected candidate, you will perform routine testing on samples in their Analytical Services laboratory, provide analytical data for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management. This position requires the selected candidate to work a 3rd shift schedule. Candidates local to Muscatine are preferred as relocation cost reimbursemet is not avaiable for this position. What you will do:Prepares and analyzes numerous types of samples by a variety of physical and chemical analytical techniques using sophisticated analytical equipment. The instrumentation includes pH meters, densitometers, dissolved oxygen meters, conductivity meters, calorimeters, viscometers, rheometers, spectrophotometers, auto-titrators, ion chromatographs (IC), inductively coupled plasma spectrometers (ICP), laser particle size analyzers, gas chromatographs (GC), High Pressure Liquid Chromatographs (HPLC), titrators, densitometers, auto-claves, pipettors, platers, incubators, and ovens. Perform various microbiological tests including tests to determine spore counts and microbiological contamination. Understand and operate STARLiMS Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Waters Empower laboratory data acquisition system, and other instrument-specific computer systems. Searches various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses. Promptly and accurately records, calculates and reports analytical results. Maintain appropriate records to meet internal requirements as well as, ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001. Completes various daily instrument calibrations and inspections. Observe good safety and housekeeping practices. What you will need:AAS or Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology or a related field of study.4 years of experience in chemical analyses. Experience operating HPLC and GC systems.Good oral and written communication skills. High attention to details and an ability to analyze outcomes against a standard. Ability to diagnose the typical instrument problems with little or no assistance and provide assistance to others. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity of the laboratory. Next Step: For immediate consideration, send your resume to suzanne.hollnagel@.

Created: 2025-02-25