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Adecco is currently assisting a multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology client in recruiting for a Laboratory Technician (Entry level) in Chesterfield, MO. Apply Now!
The anticipated wage for this position is between $18.00 and $19.90. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location and other factors.
Schedule:
Shift Start Time- 08:00 AM - 5pm. M-F
DEPARTMENT/TEAM DESCRIPTION-Plant Health-Risk Assessment-Risk Assessment Operations
Requirements:
- Experience in mycology and/or microbiology is a plus.
At least 1 year of experience working as a Lab Technician
- Ability to report to work in earlier time frames (i.e., 7:30 am) during peak production season
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Education Requirement(s):
• Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience.
Pay Rate - The anticipated wage for this position is between $17 and $19.90
Hourly wage depends upon experience, education, geographic location and other factors.
DEPARTMENT/TEAM DESCRIPTION-Plant Health-Risk Assessment-Risk Assessment Operations
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to any of the following:
- Manipulating and managing a diverse collection of fungal & bacterial pathogens
- Implementing sterile techniques throughout the entire pipeline for producing inoculum
- Preparation of different substrates or growth mediums for pathogen growth
- Investing, drying, and harvesting inoculum while maintaining sterile technique
- Support in packaging and shipping procedures, while remaining compliant
- On occasion, Plant, maintain, and inoculate plants as well as collect tissue samples
- Keep good data records and ensure proper labeling
- Maintain and follow all health, safety and environmental procedures
- Maintain a clean work & lab space regularly
- Disposal of regulated and non-regulated waste regularly in both lab and controlled environment spaces
- Quality assurance & quality control assessments
- On occasion, traveling & working in field sites may be required
- Able to handle frequent shifting of duties
- Occasionally assist Scientist with tasks related to projects
Requirements:
- Punctuality is a must
- Experience in mycology and/or microbiology is a plus, but not required
- Ability to report to work in earlier time frames (i.e., 7:30 am) during peak production season
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and with a dynamic team
- Trustworthy of working independently and within a team
- Understanding & adhering to good manufacturing processes is a must
- Maintaining sterile technique is a must
- Good attention to detail and capable of troubleshooting
- Capable of following standard operating procedures and proper labeling
- Comfortable working in a growth chamber environment or field setting occasionally
- Comfortable working in a production environment for majority of the day
- Able to lift 50 lbs or greater on occasion
- Comfortable shaking bags of inoculum (4-5 lbs) frequently during peak season
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable with a variety of repetitive tasks
Education Requirement(s):
• Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience.
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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $17.00 to $19.90 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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