LABORATORY RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Job Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Chemistry, Biology, or related field required.
• Excellent mathematical, communication and computer skills, be strongly detail oriented and be able to easily multi-task.
• Should be able to independently initiate, prioritize, and perform or solve work problems and ultimately achieve work objectives and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in written and verbal form with co-workers, supervisor and management.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.).
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
• Follow written (Standard Operating Procedures -SOP’s, company memos & emails) and verbal Instructions.
• Minimum of one year related experience with demonstrated aptitude to learn on-the-job.
• Familiarity with plant and lab equipment (HPLC, GCMS, GCO and UV Spectrophotometer) operation and SOPs.
• Possess a strong work ethic to positively contribute to the company’s mission, vision, values and environmental policy and quality policy.
• Must have a positive attitude, support co-workers to obtain desired objectives, and assist others in their contributions.
• Ability to adapt to changing paces and processes quickly.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (in required areas) for extended periods of time.
• Handle, store and dispose of hazardous chemicals safely according to their SDS,federal, state and environmental regulations.
• Attentive to the task and own surroundings.

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to analyze beer, hop and hop product samples in support of pilot brewery, hop production and R&D projects. This position works within the Technical Solutions department and reports to the Technical Manager.

Job Duties:

• Lead daily operations in regards sample preparation and analysis
  • Assist supervisor with prioritizing samples and analysis
  • Organize data collection and analyzing results
  • Communicate results to internal/external customers
  • Assist supervisor with ensuring that sample analysis procedures are followed
• Analyze incoming samples as per protocol and SOPs.
  • Sample preparation of leaf hops, cryo products, pellets, extract, advanced products, and beer.
• Operate the following equipment:
  • Gas Chromatograph with FID – Agilent Technologies
  • GC/Mass Spec with TDU – Agilent Technologies/Gerstel
  • HPLC – Agilent Technologies
  • UV Spectrometer – Shimadzu
  • Titrator – Mettler Toledo
  • FTIR – Perkin Elmer
  • Digital Density Meter – Anton Paar
  • pH Meter
  • Rotovap
• Lead laboratory research projects.
  • Assist Manager with research design and protocols
  • Write SOP’s as required
  • Assist with method development
  • Analyze samples and data
  • Prepare reports of data to present at industry meetings
  • Remain up-to-date with current and future technology that applies to the lab, hops and beer.
• Laboratory team member
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and appearance of lab
  • Follow safety requirements.
  • Enter data in Excel, ERP and other software and communicate results.
  • Communicate both verbally and in writing effectively with customers and other YCH teams to share results and present ideas.
  • Assist in maintaining all analysis equipment to ensure accuracy and dependability
  • Assist in the investigation and resolution of quality issues.
  • Assist supervisor with ordering and maintaining lab supplies
• Perform other duties within the company as required.
• Continuously look for ways to improve process efficiency and notify immediate supervisor of observations and recommendations.
• Must have a complete understand of company’s policies, SOPs, QPs, EPs, HACCP and cGMP to ensure quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability.
• Adhere to company safety policies as well as federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Follow all instructions from the Manager.
• Examine documents, materials, and products and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications.

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