Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

Responsible for ensuring daily quality parameters are met within the lab. The fiber team is responsible for the daily LECO protein analysis in the fiber lab. When these tasks are complete, they will help with the daily fiber digestion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure routine maintenance tasks are completed on time and logged appropriately.

• Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines.

• Meet quality control and safety standards.

• Maintain a work environment that complies with safety rules.

• Perform routine instrument or equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner.

• Facilitate analytical testing for Medallion, including Enzyme Digestion, LECO, Ash Analysis, Protein Analysis, and some HPLC analysis.

• Provide support and flexibility related to the analysis of samples.

• Document results and review data.

• Investigate any technical discrepancies on a timely basis.

• Develop a strong knowledge of the analytical methods being used.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, food science, biochemistry, or related fields.

• 6 months to 3 years of industry experience.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

• Experience with HPLC or Chromatography or LECO or Enzyme Digestion.

• Ability to train and learn quickly based on documentation and SOPs.

• Excellent organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting.

• Ability to work well in a team-based environment.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to navigate unknown questions and make decisions using team knowledge and resources.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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