Science Technician

The Science Technician performs and is responsible for analytical testing and instrumentation operation for various analytes pertaining to the biofuels industry. Testing is performed following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP’s) that are derived from internal methods, ASTM, and AOAC and other methodologies. Team member will promote a positive, adaptive, pleasant attitude with all team members, while being able to diversify their knowledge base. Attention to detail and pride in work results of self and team are a must.

·        Must be willing to learn, understand, and perform analytical testing of incoming samples following SOP’s and cGLP’s.

·        Must be willing to learn, understand and perform QA/QC testing on instruments.

·        Position uses balances, pH meters, acidity meter, density meters, Karl Fisher, HPLC’s, pipettors, centrifuges, water baths, ovens and many other analytical equipment.

·        This is a hand’s-on bench wet chemistry laboratory position.

·        Track and monitor a sample from receiving through the testing phase.

·        Highly organized and motivated fast learner with the ability to multi-task and adapt to constant change and meet time lines as assigned.

·        Complete weekly inventory and communicate needs to Purchasing.

·        Must perform work in a professional, technical and detailed manner.

·        Communicate well both written and orally across all levels.

·        Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

·        Assist in R & D projects when asked.

·        Follow laboratory safety procedures.

·        Proficient in Microsoft office suite.

·        Cross trained in the other branches of the company.

·        Foster the common mission of the company, be open-minded and communicate, complement the strengths of others, and promote the wholeness of the team.

·        Complete any other duties as assigned.