Temporary Laboratory Technician

About the role

The Laboratory Technician position at POET is a 6-8 month role. POET is dedicated to being good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods. Our mission is to change the world through our drive and passion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, professional, and safe working environment in the laboratory.
• Perform quality control tests on product streams.
• Cookordination test results with operators to ensure optimum quality and efficiency.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and provide supply orders to the Quality Manager.
• Perform tests in accordance with approved POET SOP's and according to the frequency established by the Quality Manager and/or Operations.
• Ensure all data is entered in a timely manner.
• Ensure all Quality Control Standards, duplicates and cross-validations are completed as established by POET Biorefining standard operating procedure.
• Perform NIR IT (PQ) testing on a weekly basis and report any test failures to the Quality Manager.
• Notify the Quality Manager when any quality control standards are not within specified limits.
• Work with operations on special testing requests.
• Must be able to meet call-in requirements as well as work extended hours as necessary.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
• Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Laboratory Technician I: Basic troubleshooting skills and prior analytical experience required.
• Laboratory Technician II: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or related science required. May consider POET Laboratory Technician I experience with documented successful performance.
• Prior experience with environmental testing and knowledge of cGMP, PI, QC and PQ reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently Sit in a chair in the Lab.
• Carry to up to 15lbs.
• Stand indoors to clean and maintain areas.
• Reach at arm’s length to gather samples.
• Bend while standing.
• Use repetitive arm motions to wipe down and maintain work area.
• Occasionally Walk indoors and outdoors sometimes over rough, uneven, or wet/slick surfaces.
• Climb stairs and/or ladders.
• Be in awkward back, shoulder, wrists, and hand positions.
• Bend, twist, turn, kneel, and crouch, while holding light and medium weighted objects.
• Working at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all encompassing): forklift, power washer, pallet jack, hoist systems, scissor lifts, JLG lifts, telehandlers, Front End Loaders, various hand tools, and computers.

Culture is King at POET

We're all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren't just slogans on our walls. It's the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

Growth & Development Opportunities

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

Equal Opportunity Employer

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic.