Lab Technician
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Job DescriptionTarget Pay Rate: 22/hr salary will be commensurate with experience DEPARTMENT/TEAM DESCRIPTION: Our laboratory specializes in high-throughput Seed Quality Testing, playing a crucial role in supporting the Row Crop Production Organization of a leading agricultural company. We are committed to ensuring the highest standards of seed quality through rigorous testing and analysis. POSITION SUMMARY- We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to perform essential laboratory tasks under the supervision of a Full-Time Employee (FTE). Responsibilities include various activities such as seed dropping, crushing, planting, harvesting, counting, grinding, reagent preparation, and other routine laboratory functions. Lab teams may shift, and tasks may vary based on the current production season and daily laboratory needs. Shift Hours: • 1st Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM • 2nd Shift: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Hours are subject to change) POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist in operating laboratory equipment to generate accurate data. • Support the receipt and inspection of raw materials, including ordering and stocking supplies. • Follow established instructions and guidelines to perform laboratory tasks effectively. • Utilize knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field to ensure quality results. • Conduct routine and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment under the guidance of an FTE. REQUIREMENTS: Education Requirement(s): • Minimum of an associate degree in a scientific field Skill & Competency Requirements: (list 3 to 5 non-negotiable items such as years of experience, industry of preference, specific knowledge items, professional certifications, skills, abilities, etc.) • Associate degree in a scientific discipline. • Ability to lift 40-50 lbs. • Capability to stand for extended periods (4-6 hours) while performing tasks. • Proficiency in conducting repetitive tasks with hands, wrists, and arms. Preferences: (list nice-to-haves such a specific knowledge items, certifications, skills, abilities, etc.) • Experience in fast-paced and/or team-oriented environments is preferred. • Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and general lab procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements. Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.