Laboratory Technician II

AGQ USA

About Our Organization: AGQ Labs is one of the world’s leading laboratories and technological centers. We have more than 25 years of experience in advanced analytical testing, agronomic consulting, specialized engineering, and environmental project management. Our laboratories in the US, Spain, Mexico, Italy, Morocco, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, and Peru analyze more than 650,000 samples per year. Our commercial offices in more than 30 international markets serve more than 12,000 clients each year. We deliver profitable and sustainable solutions to the world’s leading companies and institutions in the agricultural, food, environmental, mining, and industrial sectors. AGQ Labs has differentiated itself from other laboratories by using state-of-the-art instruments to perform services rapidly, accurately, and cost effectively for customer needs. Through our international and accredited network of laboratories and R&D and consulting services, we get to the root of the problem by finding the most reliable, sustainable, and valuable solution.

Job Summary

The laboratory technician will understand and follow SOP’s relevant to the preparation and extraction and digestion of the samples received in the lab. Technician will work in conjunction with the analyst to coordinate the workflow in the preparation of the samples to ensure the daily production goal is achieved. Technician will also keep the laboratory equipment in good condition and make sure that it is properly verified and calibrated according to the protocol of the company and the ISO 17025 guidelines.

Education and Experience

Associate degree in scientific field of study
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry (or scientific field of study)
At least 1 year of laboratory experience
Experience with ISO 17025

Skills/Experience

• Ability to maintain a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organizational skills.
• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in laboratory safety.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Time management skills to work on several different projects at once.
• Flexibility to work and provide support to coworkers.
• Ability to work different shifts as needed.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Self-motivated.
• Good hand-eye coordination to use technical equipment with accuracy.

Primary Job Duties

• Following AGQ USA Protocols
• Follow Data integrity Protocol
• Waste Management (hazard and none hazard materials)
• Sample Processing/homogenization
• Verification of environmental working conditions (Temperature and Humidity)
• Equipment Verification (balances, pipettes, refrigerators etc.)
• Assist with Sample registration/reception.
• Sample extraction and preparation
• Solution preparation
• Mobile Phases preparation
• Calibration Curves preparation
• Analysis using other technics such as Spectrophotometer, Titrations, Brix, etc.
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware.
• Management of TATs
• Training (peer training and external training) that includes records keeping
• Following "5S" practices
• Participation during internal and externa audits (showing tests)
• Preparation and review of FDA packages.
• Subpoenas-Preparation and Testifying
• Assist with Internal and external Claim’s management (Investigation, written report, etc)
• Assist with Root cause analysis for Non conforming work
• PT's samples analysis
• Assist with Sampling
• Assist with Purchasing requests
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Required)
• ISO 17025: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person