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Actalent Lab Technician in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Job Title: Lab Technician - FIRST SHIFT
Job Description:
Monitor raw material and packaging component receipts, perform required tests, and release in ERP system
Prepare samples for testing performed at outside labs
Prepare reagents
Clean and maintain lab and lab equipment to a good working state
Calibration and periodic checks of lab equipment
Monitor lab supply inventory and initiate ordering of supplies
Timely review of test results, notebooks and lab worksheets
Update various spreadsheets and databases to track test results, outside testing and to monitor quality
Effectively communicate with production and other lab personnel about in-process quality results
Perform regular lab inspections
Draft, review and revise SOP’s and worksheets
Help train lab and production personnel on lab procedures
Communicate with outside labs, customers and suppliers
Execute other responsibilities and projects as required
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Must Haves:
4 year science degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, etc. (Prefers someone with a Chemistry or Organic Chemistry)
Must have good communication skills and willing to work with other
Would look at candidates with a 2 year Science degree and industry Chemistry lab experience using HPLC and wet chemistry in a food lab
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.