Laboratory Analyst III

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Laboratory Analyst III performs at the entry level under close supervision performing routine tasks in processing or preparing laboratory specimens and material.

JOB PROFILE Department:     Laboratory                                      Company:          IFF Nutrition and Biosciences                                                                                                                                              4272 S. Mendenhall Job Title:   Laboratory Analyst III (Analytical)                                     Memphis, Tennessee 38141                                                                                                                                              901-365-6340       

The Role   Job Series: Laboratory / Quality Assurance Series Overview: Employees in positions allocated to this series provide support to the laboratory department. Job Overview: Laboratory Analyst III performs at the entry level under close supervision performing routine tasks in processing or preparing laboratory specimens and material.                                          Worksite Location: Memphis, TN Group: Laboratory Work Schedule 11:00 pm – 7:00 am, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, 5 days per week Work Shift 8 hours shift with mandatory and voluntary overtime.  Shift work, as well as weekends, holidays are required.  PPE: Hard hat, steel-toed safety shoes, bootie covers, gloves as needed and required, hearing protection, safety glasses, goggles as needed, beard/hairnet, face shield, autoclave gloves, protective clothing and other PPE as assigned and required. Tools and Equipment: Scissors, writing utensils, computer keyboard and mouse, transport devices, digital scale, auto or manual pipet, hot plate, water bath, dispenser, refrigerator, dishwasher, Vortex, mop, broom and various cleaning supplies and equipment Hazards:   Salary Grade Level WR Time Commitment Full-Time Hiring Manager Title Quality Assurance Manager     Essential Job Duties & Accountabilities List the typical job duties and accountabilities. Typical duties of the job include, but are not limited to: • Communicate clearly in English both verbally and written

• Wear appropriate required safety gear

• Attend work regularly and reliably

• Work rotating shifts as assigned

• Work overtime as scheduled or directed

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Operate computers to access/utilize company e-mail and to monitor tests

• Demonstrate awareness of and compliance with all pertinent safety policies and procedures

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

• Operate mobile equipment in a safe manner

• Participate in work related training programs  and adhere to Company Core Values

• Report pertinent information to appropriate company personnel

• Perform all necessary tests on products according to outlined protocols

• Activate, de-active and modify Quality plans

• Monitor production units

• Track testing to ensure proper reporting

• Calibrate and maintain all appropriate equipment

• Enter pertinent data into the appropriate computer program

• Cutting bags and collecting samples of soy powder to be analyzed as needed.

• Set up laboratory equipment

• Calibrate, clean, sterilize, and maintain all appropriate equipment and work areas 

• Prepare samples for testing and analysis 

• Operate and trouble shoot laboratory equipment common to Memphis laboratories

• Weigh, analyze, and measure ingredients used in testing 

• Record and compile test results 

• Enter test results into computerized databases and/or data entry books

• Perform job duties in a manner that follow food safety and quality guidelines including but not limited to HACCP, GMPs, QA Policies, Sanitation, and Pest Control.

        Minimum Qualifications   Education/Training Requirements: What should be the minimum education required for a new person entering this position? Associates Degree   College courses to include:   •            Chemistry, Biology or Microbiology Degree Preferred   •            Total of 16 semesters of science and math, which includes a…   •            Minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry, micro, or math •            Minimum of 8 semester hours of chemistry and / or micro •            Minimum of 4 semester hours of math.   •            Applicants required to submit College transcripts with                resume/application to be considered Experience What are the minimum years of "on-the-job" experience required for a new person entering this position, with or without the Education listed above?                                                                                                                                None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities          List the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to undertake the job. 1)      Knowledge and experience in a laboratory environment 2)      Use and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation 3)      Good communication and organizational skills  4)      Safe work practices 5)      Weekend work required 6)    Position involves bench work and process support activities Additional Competencies and Experience Desired Competencies   List the competencies required to undertake the job                                                         Working/Environmental Conditions: Please identify the normal work environment for this role. Mark all that apply. Production facility lab environment -climate controlled, but also may have exposures to extreme temperatures and external conditions.  May be walking through facility where there are moving mechanical parts and mobile equipment.  Occasional exposure to noise levels while in the production area which require hearing protection. Dust particles and/ or Soy powder and chemical odors may be present. Office and Laboratory Environment   Travel Requirements Please identify the normal travel requirements, if any, which apply for this job.   Percent of time   Up to 20% 20% to 40% 41% to 70

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