Lab Tech III - Decatur, IL

Job Description

Laboratory Technician II/III - Cell Engineering -  - Decatur, IL
ADM Research & Development

Position Summary
Are you a team player who thrives on keeping operations running smoothly? Are you detailed oriented and like to keep things organized? The Cell Engineering group is looking to hire a great laboratory technician (II/III) to perform essential daily lab tasks. In this role, you’ll support and enable scientists to work efficiently and will become an important part of a great team. Full training and plenty of learning opportunities in microbiology, molecular biology and enzyme assays will be provided.

Job responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of liquid and solid media, and other essential lab reagents
• Wash, sterilize, and ready glassware to keep experiments running smoothly
• Load, sterilize, and stock pipette tip boxes
• Promptly autoclave and safely dispose of solid and liquid lab waste
• Keep inventories up to date using internal tracking systems
• Manage chemical ordering, storage, and disposal with care and accuracy
• Monitor supply levels and place timely orders to maintain steady workflows
• Unbox, organize, and stock incoming supplies
• Clean and maintain fridges, freezers, and incubators for optimal performance
• Submit maintenance requests to ensure the lab keeps running smoothly
• Maintain shared lab spaces (cleaning, organizing, and restocking as needed)
• Support overall lab organization, helping keep everything running efficiently
• Jump in to assist with other lab activities as needed

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 3+ years of laboratory experience, or an associate’s degree with 1+ year of laboratory experience is required
• Prior experience preparing media and solutions is preferred
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to troubleshoot problems are required
• Must be comfortable using personal computers (e.g. Microsoft Office, electronic notebooks)
• Willingness to learn and use web-based tools (e.g. LIMS) for media preparation, tracking, and labeling, and consumables stocks and location
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions, and work independently with minimal supervision (after training)
• Pride in completing tasks accurately, efficiently, and on time
• Proactivity and high level of organization with a strong attention to detail
• Customer service–oriented mindset in daily responsibilities
• Clear communicator
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Team player willing to acquired new skills
• Contribute to a knowledge-sharing, positive, safe and inclusive work environment

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager- Sara Cleto    ​
Recruiter- Amy Schroeder 

 

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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