Lab Technician - Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

Lab Technician - Chattanooga, TN

About Our Location:
We are a cotton pulp processing plant located in Chattanooga, TN. We take raw cotton linters and process them into bleached pulp sheets that will be used as an additive for many applications including food and pharmaceuticals. In our lab we test finished pulp sheets and in-process samples. The average work day requires flexibility, as samples will need to be reanalyzed, additionally ran due to plant issues, or equipment may go down delaying analysis run times.
In this role expect to prepare in-process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems. This includes:

• Performing daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned. Maintaining samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
• Documenting results of all testing procedures and promptly notifying operations of required adjustments. Entering and reporting data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Understanding most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
• Performing light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
•  Maintaining on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.
• Maintaining adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifying the manager of the need to re-order such supplies.
• Continually compares equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately.
• Maintaining a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
• Maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Performing duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements.
• Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.

Shift Schedule:
36-48 hours a week.  After training, please note weekend work will be mandatory for the candidate’s schedule. Will operate on a 6-month contract with possibility for renewal.
Pay Rate:
$23/hr.

Education:

• The ideal candidate will have a two year science related degree and/or two years of lab experience.
• Qualified candidates should be familiar with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances, extractions, GC, ICP, etc.).
• Position relies on instructions and pre-established procedures to perform the functions of the job.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Science background
• Previous experience with the analytical testing
• Familiar with GMP/GLP (Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices)

Requirements:

• The willingness and ability to work rotating night shift including weekends and holidays
• Actively participate in training efforts and safety initiatives
• Attention to detail following procedures, proper analytical technique and computer entry
• Communicate results, problems, and priorities to supervisor and production departments in a timely manner
• Ability to use mathematics
• Shows initiative to troubleshoot lab equipment
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement
• Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness in all work areas

Core Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Commitment / Dependability / Ownership
• Composure Under Pressure / Professionalism
• Team Focus
• Openness in Communicating / Listening
• Results Orientation

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.   ​
Hiring Manager- Kassie Duke   ​
Recruiter- Dolly Lamba 

City

Chattanooga

State

Tn - Tennessee

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$41,600.00 - $71,000.00