Lab Technician - Rousselot

Rousselot, Inc. is the world's leading producer of gelatin and is a recognized partner in the pharmaceutical and food industries. The Dubuque facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is seeking to hire a full-time Lab Technician. Competitive salary and excellent benefits! Includes medical, dental & vision + 401k with match, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, life insurance, short term and long term disability benefits. Scholarship and tuition assistance available. Do you want a successful career in manufacturing with a company that cares? Do you have a broad spectrum of lab experience? If so, you may be perfect for this position! Apply today!

Summary: Performs routine physical, chemical and microbiological testing on gelatin samples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Collects and prepares various gelatin, in process, by-products and raw material samples for testing.
• Performs laboratory tests including microbiological, chemical and physical in accordance with written procedures.
• Obtains finished, semi-fished and environmental samples as needed for analysis.
• Identifies non-conforming product and reports to quality management.
• Accurately records data via lab reports and enters test data into computer system.
• Performs weekend and holiday rotation including routine micro and chemical/physical testing.
• Prepares media and stock solutions required for performing tests. Maintains lab supply inventories.
• Keeps work area, supplies, glassware and other equipment clean, organized and properly cared for.
• Calibrates or verifies lab equipment, when appropriate.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university

Preferred Qualifications: One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferably in a science field.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The Rousselot plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires day shift work. Occasional weekend work on a rotating schedule and occasional overtime will be a requirement for this position.

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