What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician/Courier position at Institute for Environmental Health, Inc.?
IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Laboratory Technician/Courier position at its facility in Jerome, ID.
Ideal candidates will possess the following:
– A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
– Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
– Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
– Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory
– A valid US driver’s license issued at least 5 years prior to the date of hire, with a clean driving record (including, at minimum, no at-fault accidents in the last 5 years) that meets/continues to meet IEH’s motor vehicle risk standards, as verified through ongoing MVR monitoring.
Laboratory Technician/Courier duties include: media/sample preparation, sample sorting and log-in, sample testing steps (under supervision), compositing using aseptic technique, transcribing results, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, safely transporting samples from customers to the lab on a fixed schedule (approximately 5 hours of driving per day), cleaning and maintaining coolers for sample transport, inventory control, and other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time position and will be eligible for standard benefits after a brief waiting period. The shift for this position is Monday through Friday, from 11:00am to 7:30pm.
Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.
To apply for this position please access the company’s job posting at: https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6a298acb91f7c31402d8d732
After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.
Equal Opportunity Vets/Disability
“Know Your Rights” Poster:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off