Lab Technician
Summary:
As the Lab Technician, you will follow best available practices and procedures of a quality control program for the ethanol plant to ensure maximum yield production and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.
You will normally be responsible for the day-to-day testing and quality control procedures as identified by the Lab Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assists in implementing plant QC program Adheres to plant QC program based on best practice in the ethanol industry by sampling various points in the process and conducting QC tests as required.
Performs methanator-monitor testing and adjust chemical usage as needed Monitors use and inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies.
Operates, maintains, trouble shoots and calibrates laboratory equipment.
Properly documents all testing results.
Promptly communicates abnormal results as applicable Prepares reports, analyzes data and makes recommendations for adjusting process conditions to ensure that QC standards are met.
Collect and send samples to outside laboratories for assurance testing as determined by the Laboratory Manager.
Maintains safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
Ensure city, county, and state and federal regulations relating to the QC laboratory are met at all times.
Participates in the safety program for the QA/QC laboratory, including representation of the safety committee as applicable.
Assists to coordinate activities with other departments Communicates directly with production department to ensure effective participation by the process operators in the implementation of QC policies and procedures Completes daily rounds sheets and monitoring Reports any concerns of safety or equipment malfunction Follows programs and procedures required to ensure laboratory and plant cleanliness
Qualifications:
High school diploma required.
Associate Degree specializing in science is preferred.
Work experience and equivalent to two years experience in core essential responsibilities and duties.
Experience with automated laboratory equipment (HPLC, GC) To perform this job successfully, an individual must have expertise and proficiency in office computer software, e.
g.
word processing, e-mail, and spread sheets.
Must have the ability to work efficiently with computerized laboratory equipment.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The employee must occasionally lift and/move up to 50 lbs.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near mechanical parts The employee may be exposed to dusty conditions The employee is regularly exposed to high noise environments The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
The employee may be exposed to chemicals used in the processGreen Plains Inc.
offers competitive pay:
a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, 11 paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and up to 6%company safe harbor matching.
All potential employees of Green Plains Inc.
will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.
Equal Opportunity EmployerTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other duties may be assigned.
Company DescriptionGreen Plains Inc.
(NASDAQ:
GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients.
This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels, renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels and high purity alcohols for use in cleaners and disinfectants.
Green Plains is an innovative producer of Ultra-High Protein and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein.
The Company also owns a 48.
9% limited partner interest and a 2.
0% general partner interest in Green Plains Partners LP.
#INDSJ Recommended Skills Chromatography Hardworking And Dedicated Quality Management Word Processing Software Applications Automation Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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