Lab Tech I - Columbus, NE

Lab Tech I - Columbus NE

BASIC FUNCTION: Under limited supervision, conducts in-process and finished product testing on dry and liquid products to determine adherence to established specifications of quality and purity.

Specific Job Duties:

• Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned, including microbiological analysis.
• Maintains samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
• Documents results of all testing procedures and promptly notifies processing departments of required adjustments to operating procedures.
• Understands most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
• Performs light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
• Maintains on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.
• Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor 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.
• Maintains a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Performs 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.
• Handles various chemicals in assorted containers in the manner outlined in the manufacturer’s chemical Material Safety Data Sheet.
• Informs supervisor immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts. Additionally reports immediately any accidents, injuries and near misses to supervisor.
• Recommends solutions to correct deficiencies or improve work and operational practices
• Participates actively in training.
• Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties.
• Practices proper personal hygiene.
• Familiarizes themselves with the hazards in their work area and how to protect themselves.
• Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyone’s responsibility.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:111464BR