Food Lab Aide - Entry Level Position

Our lab location in Allentown, PA is hiring a full-time, entry-level Lab Aide (40 hours/week).

We offer a competitive salary based upon knowledge and experience. This position includes full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan). Deibel also offers a self-funded dental plan, vision plan, and 401K option.

Check out our website at www.DeibelLabs.com.

Compensation: Starting hourly rates at $17 - $19 D.O.E.

Schedule: Thursday - Monday 3pm - 11pm

The position requires the candidate to work washing laboratory dish wear and assist the Lab technicians with sample prep as well as other janitorial duties in the lab and office. Candidate will also assist in the media lab preparing broths and agars to meet the operational need of the lab. Candidate must be willing to work both independently and with the team. Candidate must have a can-do attitude!

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Entry Level Position: We are Happy to Train.
  
• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• 0-1 Years Work Experience.
• Ability to follow written instructions(recipes).
• Must be able to work efficiently and meet the needs of the lab.
• Must have a good attitude.
• Must be able to lift 10lbs repeatedly throughout the day and be on your feet.
• Must be able to pick up to 50lbs (with both hands).
• Must work occasional holidays.

We'd Love to Hear from People With:

• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform work accurately, reliably, thoroughly, timely, and within safety guidelines.
• Skills to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees.
• A professional workplace appearance, ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity in all communications.
• A thirst to seek out and participate in appropriate training and professional development.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Well-organized and self-directed individual focused on achieving organizational goals and initiatives.
• Excellent customer service skills and follow-up with a sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills - must have excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and data entry accuracy
• Must be comfortable with working the listed schedule for this position
• Must live within 30 miles of the lab - no relocation packages available