Gluten Lab Technician

(Pay rate: ***/hr)

Schedule:

Wednesday-Saturday, 7am-5pm

Position Title:
Gluten Lab Technician

Position Overview:
This position is responsible for testing, analyzing, and reporting accurate and timely results in the
Gluten Lab. This fast-paced, high-volume commercial lab uses wet chemistry and high-tech
instrumentation to test food samples ranging from ingredients to finished products. Results will be
used, by our customers, to support claims and monitor regulatory compliance.

Key Accountabilties:
Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines.
" Execution of all laboratory methods, as written.
" Deliver results by due date by completing the analysis of data interpretation, manual
calculation or peer review of results prior to approval, and final report writing, as needed.
" Meet department Quality expectations including:
" Complying with Medallion and ISO 17025 quality requirements
" Identifying and addressing quality control issues
" Completing quality investigations in a thorough and timely manner
" Performing routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and other
maintenance required by the Reliability Program
" Maintain a work environment that complies with GMI and Medallion safety rules.
" Cross-functional support across Medallion, as business needs dictate.
" Strong organizational and leadership skills, independent decision making, high attention to
detail, and service mindset are essential.
" Skillfully handle multiple tasks, project, and priorities with minimal guidance or direction.
" Assist in projects and studies to support *** business units, as needed.
" Support the evaluation of new test methods, as needed.
" Develop and maintain lab procedures.
" Actively participate in customer and accreditation audits.
" Participate in continuous improvement of laboratory and team operations.
" Implement training of lab personnel through effective cross-training plans.
" Other responsibilities as required by the business.

Minimum Qualifications:
Degree in microbiology, food science, biology, chemistry, or related field (Bachelor s degree
preferred)
" 1-3 years' experience in food testing
" Significant attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible
depending on workload.
" Proficient in basic laboratory skills: accurate weighing, pipetting, quantitative transfer of
solutions and samples, ability to work with care around hazardous compounds, preparation
of solutions, calculation of results, and evaluation of the quality of results.
" Proficient in the operation of common lab equipment as well as
extensive experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of lab equipment.
" Confidence in troubleshooting and approaching issues with a solution mindset.
" Must have computer application knowledge and be proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint,
Outlook, or possess the ability to learn the listed applications.
" Demonstrated flexibility and agility in work environment.
" Track record as a strong team player.
" Strong verbal and written communication skills.
" Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new applications.
" Available to flex work schedule when business need dictates to accommodate longer shift
hours or weekend work.
" Strong technical background.
" High individual energy with very strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage in
Productive Discourse.
" Strong engaging leader with good decision making.
" Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited lab

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with LabWare LIMS

Additional Considerations:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. *** will not sponsor
applicants for a U.S. work visa.
" Relocation support will not be offered to applicants within the United States.
" International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US)
will not be considered.

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