Location: St. Louis, MO 63115
Pay Rate: $20 - $23/hr, paid weekly
Contract Duration: 90 Days (04/01/2026 - 06/29/2026)
Shifts: 2nd Shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) & 3rd Shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Work Schedule: Biweekly Rotation
- Week 1: Monday - Friday
- Week 2: Monday - Sunday (Mandatory weekends based on customer demand)
OverviewADM is seeking a qualified and motivated
Laboratory Technician for our St. Louis facility. This role is critical to ensuring product quality through rigorous analytical testing and real-time process monitoring. You will utilize both wet chemistry and instrumental procedures to analyze samples, providing essential data to the operations team to keep production within specifications.
Key Responsibilities- Analytical Testing: Prepare and analyze process and finished product samples using instrumental and wet chemistry procedures (pH meters, balances, spectrophotometers).
- Data Management: Accurately record and document all test results using computerized systems, specifically Total Lab Client (TLC).
- Process Monitoring: Conduct daily monitoring tests throughout the plant and immediately notify operations of any required adjustments based on your findings.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain samples for re-testing if necessary and compare equipment readouts against standards to ensure total system accuracy.
- Equipment Care: Perform light maintenance and routine calibration on laboratory instruments; ensure the lab remains clean and organized via strict housekeeping/sanitation.
- Supply Chain: Monitor lab inventory and notify supervisors when supplies need to be reordered.
- Compliance: Strictly adhere to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, and OSHA standards and guidelines.
Qualifications & Requirements- Education: Associate degree or higher in a science-related field is preferred (2+ years).
- Experience:
- Prior experience in a plant, manufacturing, or laboratory setting.
- Hands-on experience with standard lab equipment (pH meters, spectrophotometers, etc.).
- Strong mathematical skills for calculating test results.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Word and lab instrument software.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, ability to manage multiple tasks, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Physical & PPE Requirements- Mandatory PPE: Long pants and safety toe boots (minimum 6-inch height with a defined heel).
- Stamina: Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
- Reliability: Proven history of excellent attendance and a commitment to safety.
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.