Chemistry Lab Tech

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise across the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories includes specialized brands providing laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services.

About the role

Assist in the chemical testing of food products, ingredients, and other matrices with primary functions in solution and reagent preparation, sample homogenization, proximate analysis chemistry instrument use (balance, oven, furnace, and extractors), chemistry extractions and procedures, and glassware maintenance.

Schedule

Tuesday–Saturday, 1:00 pm–9:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain chemical solutions
• Apply standard laboratory techniques in daily workload
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal
• Independently pursue an assigned series of processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies/procedures and customer requirements
• Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures
• Perform all activities in a safe, hygienic, and efficient manner
• Share information in an open and timely manner
• Maintain lab workspaces in a clean and organized manner at all times
• Assist with managing priorities and schedule to achieve individual and team goals
• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within the area
• Responsible for the completion of required training

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience
• Training in general laboratory practices preferred
• Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures
• Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
• BS degree in Life Science or related field preferred
• Ability to travel is preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Demands

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other communications/computer components
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud
• Temperature varies from hot to cold
• Color vision and depth perception
• Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks
• Overnight travel may be required at the discretion of management
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Pay

Salary Range: $17 USD per hour. Additional components of total rewards—such as bonuses, benefits, or incentives—may apply where applicable.