About us
ContiCorp Labs is a family-owned, state-licensed testing laboratory in the heart of Southwest Missouri. We are seeking a meticulous Lab Technician who will be responsible for supporting our laboratory staff with the primary goal of optimizing lab procedures and succeeding in producing reliable test results.
In order to be successful as a Lab Technician you will need to be thorough when carrying out your duties, successfully maintain records of laboratory processes and equipment, and generate reports to submit to the relevant laboratory manager.
The ideal candidate will have experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g. pathogens or chemicals). He/She will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate about doing work to progress the goals of the corporation.
Lab Technician Responsibilities:
- Support laboratory staff by maintaining glassware, logs, and record books; troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects.
- Keep laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Organize and store all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
- Receive, label, weigh, and/or analyze samples or substances using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.
- Design and execute laboratory testing in line with standard testing procedures, recording observations, and interpreting findings.
- Record all experimental data and test results accurately and in the specified format (written and/or electronic.)
- Maintain daily logs and equipment record books.
- Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining of laboratory equipment.
- Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.
- Ensure all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintaining a clean and orderly environment
- Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data and selecting corrective steps.
- Enhance laboratory and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Lab Technician Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field, or three years applicable lab experience.
- Comfortable handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards, etc.)
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (especially Excel) and database systems.
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
- Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Analytical skills.
- Clean criminal history record.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Galena, MO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to pass a criminal background check?
Education:
Work Location: In person