Lab Technician

To perform testing and support of testing of gelatin, gelatin hydrolysates, and by-products in the Chemistry and Microbiology Labs.  A fully trained lab technician will rotate through 3 work stations on a weekly basis and participate in project work as needed.Key AccountabilitiesAseptically prepare all submitted samples for testing.Prepare composite samples as needed.Perform routine tests as assigned per position. Follow established test methods and report any issue or error with testing.Perform any non-standard testing as needed.Prepare and send samples for outside laboratory testing.Clean and wash all materials used in testing.Clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment as needed and as assigned by Supervisor and/or Coordinator.Preparation of all standards and reagents need to perform testing.Maintain cleanliness of assigned quality control laboratory.Record all data on lab worksheets, request sheets and in databases.Peer review of paperwork generated by other technicians.Assist other laboratory technicians as needed.Project work as allowed/scheduled and other tasks as assigned by Supervisor or Coordinator.Assist in new hire onboarding as appropriate