Job Description

Lab Tech I - Columbus NE

BASIC FUNCTION: Under limited supervision, conducts in-process and finished product testing on dry and liquid products to determine adherence to established specifications of quality and purity.

Specific Job Duties:

• Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned, including microbiological analysis.
• Maintains samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
• Documents results of all testing procedures and promptly notifies processing departments of required adjustments to operating procedures.
• Understands most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
• Performs light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
• Maintains on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.
• Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies.
• Continually compares equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately.
• Maintains a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements.
• Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.
• Handles various chemicals in assorted containers in the manner outlined in the manufacturer’s chemical Material Safety Data Sheet.
• Informs supervisor immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts. Additionally reports immediately any accidents, injuries and near misses to supervisor.
• Recommends solutions to correct deficiencies or improve work and operational practices
• Participates actively in training.
• Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties.
• Practices proper personal hygiene.
• Familiarizes themselves with the hazards in their work area and how to protect themselves.
• Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyone’s responsibility.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required. ​
Hiring Manager- Tim Siegel

City

Columbus

State

NE - Nebraska

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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