Lab Tech, BioPDO, Loudon

Lab Tech, BioPDO, Loudon | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. Main accountabilities Analyze samples received from final product retains, various process steps, and additional samples associated with R&D projects. Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment such as GC, HPLC, ICP-MS, FTIR etc. Understand the various unit operations in the manufacture of 1,3-Propanediol. Familiarity with quality systems in a regulated environment including GMP, GLP, FCC, USP requirements. Familiarity with LIMS systems and chromatography data collection systems. Labware LIMS and Chromperfect a plus. Responsible for accurate data entry into SAP prior to final product release. Assist in customer complaint investigations. Organize and maintain the sample retainer room. A team player that possesses strong analytical, oral/written communication and computer skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize with attention to detail. Ability to work in fast-paced environment/adapt to changing procedures with minimal supervision. Physical Demands This position requires the ability to safely perform the following tasks: Lifting of up to 55 pounds without mechanical assistance. Climb a vertical ladder up to 15ft Climb several flights of stairs, several times a shift Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting Bending and twisting motion at the waist and knees Ability to work a rotating shift schedule with the flexibility to work alternate schedules as needed. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on site. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust. In addition, this job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. FES Duty of Care: Food Safety Carry out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements so as to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption. Environment Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions at all times. Report any environmental violations or near misses in order to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Primient. Health & Safety Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules. Fully participate in the safety programmed, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing. Performance measures The incumbent will be measured against site EHS, Quality, Production, Reliability and Leadership goals. Skills and experience required Minimum of 3 years laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment (lab methodology and equipment) Bachelor’s degree required in chemistry (or related scientific field). Analytical Laboratory experience preferred. Experience in calibrating and troubleshooting analytical equipment Experience with quality systems in a regulated environment including GMP requirements Experience with chromatography data collection systems. Chromperfect experience is a plus A team player that possesses strong analytical, oral/written communication and computer skills. A customer focused with understanding of customer needs Ability to multi-task and prioritize with attention to detail Ability to work in fast-paced environment/adapt to changing procedures with minimal supervision Total Rewards Starting pay of $64,428.40 annually overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational expertise that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from start to finish, we focus our priorities on producing the safest, highest quality ingredients through practices that uphold our ongoing commitment to sustainability. Our employees, some of whom are second and third generation legacy, understand the importance of maintaining the highest levels of safety, excellence, and integrity in all that we do. We continue to grow with a century long history of ingenuity that started with agricultural visionary Augustus “Gene” Staley. Staley’s “can do” attitude and entrepreneurial spirit continue to lead and inspire Primient in new ways that ensure we honor our traditions to confidently trail blaze ahead. We proudly walk the halls of the ‘Castle in the Cornfields’ administration building in Decatur, IL, US, tracing our rich heritage and planning for the next big ideas.

Salary : $64,428