Sr. Lab Tech - Sturgis, United States - Techlink Systems

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lab Tech Sr.

Location: Sturgis, MI, 49091(onsite)

Pay rate:$23 - $25 an hour

Contract Duration: 6 months contract
Work Hours: Monday to Friday 3:30 PM to 12 AM

Client: ABBOTT Laboratories

Client ID:ABOJP

Description:

The primary function of this position is the performance of analytical testing on raw ingredients, in-process and finished product and plant utilities. This also includes testing for release of product to manufacturing for further processing, filling, and finishing. Work hours are 2nd Shift. Entry level position with growth ability within the quality lab and microbiology lab. Relocation unavailable.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conducts raw ingredient analysis - Includes simple titrations, identity, sediment testing, etc.
• Conducts in-process and finished product testing including: vitamin analysis, protein analysis, mineral analysis, fat by Mojonnier extraction technique and CEM Hybrid Determination Trac, total solids determination, Iodide and chloride testing, vitamin C testing, mineral analysis, choline determination, lactose and fatty acid profiles by Gas Chromatography.
• Performs Standardization for test and check can (preparation, sterilization and evaluation of test and check can), KOH, potassium citrate, citric acid and final water calculations and physical tests such as pH, viscosity, grain color, sensory evaluation.
• Makes batch adjustments by generating appropriate documentation for batch corrections and optimizations. Makes batch calculations by generation and distribution of work orders and associated controlled documentation.
• Conduct special testing required under an Interim Operating Procedure or any testing required under certification or validation protocols and assist in investigations into testing problems as required under the Retest Policy.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations. Reports incidents, near misses chemical spills in the proper manner to crew leader and/or supervisor.
• Completes project work as assigned by supervision and management. This may include troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment and test methods, maintaining related documentation, coordinating efforts with vendors/plant/Division personnel, developing appropriate training classes.
• Responsible for maintaining an adequate inventory of all supplies related to the analytical laboratory. Responsible for training new chemists on all laboratory operations which includes methods, procedures, documentation, maintenance and safety.
• Conducts control sample analysis to determine validity of concurrent testing per method, water testing of minerals and volatile organic contaminants, Clean in place (CIP) Residual testing, testing of compressed gases for moisture and hydrocarbons, daily flavor and aroma of oils and weekly peroxide testing of oils, and completes any associated documentation and housekeeping responsibilities. Completes Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly standardization, maintenance, system suit abilities and testing.

Education:
High School Diploma or GED required and a college math and science course.

Bachelors Degree of Science (preferably Chemistry) preferred

Background:

• Ability to follow verbal instructions, recognize signs, follow written directions, prepare simple reports, read and record gauge and display readings and use their knowledge of chemistry acquired through formal education with moderate assistance from supervisor. Mathematics knowledge would include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, proportions, and basic keyboard skills, computer skills and statistical comprehension is desirable.
• Physical requirements for lifting and pushing 20-25 lbs. in addition to normal laboratory work.
• The ability to effectively communicate with other chemists, operators, crew leaders and management with varying levels of education and experience. Also recognizing the sometimes conflicting roles of manufacturing and quality assurance, and the ability to maintain clear priorities, and stay in compliance at all times.
• Able to effectively train new chemists on all procedures and methods in the laboratories. This position requires a high level of flexibility, adaptability, and personal accountability due to the type and timing of the work involved.

Company DescriptionOverview

TechLink Systems is a national provider of staffing services with offices all over the USA as well as development and support centers globally. We are a MBE (NMSDC), WBE (WBENC), and WOSB certified minority business that has been awarded 2017 TAPFIN Premier Partner, 2016 Manpower Excellence Award, 2016 TAPFIN Elite Partner, are a Known Tier Supplier for Agile 1, and have been ranked as a Top Women and Minority Owned Company since 2004 by several businesses including Philadelphia Business Journal, Diversity Business, Inc 5000, Inc 500, San Francisco Business Times, Diversity2000, and Los Angeles Business Journal.

We serve the contract staffing, direct hire, staff augmentation, recruitment, HR management, and project outsourcing needs of clients nationwide. Striving to create personal relationships with clients, TechLink Systems becomes a virtual extension of clients' own in-house capabilities to help achieve new levels of growth, productivity, and competitiveness.

We also have national recruiting centers that service our enterprise and MSP/VMS clients. We are a Secret Cleared Facility and our core competencies are Information Technology, Engineering, Customer Service/Call Center, Admin/Clerical, Finance/Accounting, Scientific/Clinical, Sales/Marketing, Legal, Human Resources, Light Industrial (limited), and Professional across a range of industries.

The company's talented Recruiters and HR Specialists have backgrounds in many cutting-edge, high-performance industries making TechLink Systems an ideal partner for recruitment process outsourcing.

We look forward to our partnership with you

Company Description

Overview\r
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TechLink Systems is a national provider of staffing services with offices all over the USA as well as development and support centers globally. We are a MBE (NMSDC), WBE (WBENC), and WOSB certified minority business that has been awarded 2017 TAPFIN Premier Partner, 2016 Manpower Excellence Award, 2016 TAPFIN Elite Partner, are a Known Tier Supplier for Agile 1, and have been ranked as a Top Women and Minority Owned Company since 2004 by several businesses including Philadelphia Business Journal, Diversity Business, Inc 5000, Inc 500, San Francisco Business Times, Diversity2000, and Los Angeles Business Journal. \r
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We serve the contract staffing, direct hire, staff augmentation, recruitment, HR management, and project outsourcing needs of clients nationwide. Striving to create personal relationships with clients, TechLink Systems becomes a virtual extension of clients' own in-house capabilities to help achieve new levels of growth, productivity, and competitiveness. \r
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We also have national recruiting centers that service our enterprise and MSP/VMS clients. We are a Secret Cleared Facility and our core competencies are Information Technology, Engineering, Customer Service/Call Center, Admin/Clerical, Finance/Accounting, Scientific/Clinical, Sales/Marketing, Legal, Human Resources, Light Industrial (limited), and Professional across a range of industries. \r
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The company's talented Recruiters and HR Specialists have backgrounds in many cutting-edge, high-performance industries making TechLink Systems an ideal partner for recruitment process outsourcing. \r
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We look forward to our partnership with you