Lab Technician I - Cheese

Location:USA : West Allis

State:Wisconsin

Country:USA

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Lab Technician in our Cheese Application Lab Team

As a Laboratory Technician in our Cheese Application Lab Team, you will play a important role in supporting scientific research, customer support, project development, and quality testing through chemical and biological analyses.

In this role you'll make a difference by:

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  Autonomously planning, designing, and conducting simple laboratory experiments

  
  
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  Following established methods with precision

  
  
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  Being responsible for estimating the resources and time required for experiments, collecting, preparing, and testing samples, and meticulously recording observations

  
  
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  Preparingdetailed reports with results in a synthetized manner

  
  
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  Performing routine maintenance and safety checks on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality

  
  
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  Executingexperiments with high reliability, including conducting basic calibrations

  
  
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  Adheringto hygienic, cleaning, and safety protocols and report any non-conformities observed during daily work

  
  

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  Contributing to the preparation and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and standardized job descriptions

  
  
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  Utilizingdigital systems and computer programs to enhance daily work and support internal and external customers

  
  
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  Keeping lab supplies and materials well-stocked and place orders as needed

  
  
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  Participatingin staff and group meetings and performing all other assigned duties.

  
  

Punctuality and the willingness to work overtime as required are essential for this role. This position demands a detail-oriented individual committed to maintaining the highest standards of laboratory practice and supporting our mission to deliver exceptional technical support and innovative solutions in the cheese industry.

To succeed you must hold:

The ideal candidate for the Laboratory Technician role will possess a bachelor's degree in a related field such as Microbiology or Food Science, with Dairy Science being a plus. This candidate will:

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  have proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is essential,

  
  
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  a positive attitude and flexibility,

  
  
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  demonstrate critical thinking skills and basic problem-solving abilities,

  
  
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  be quality-oriented and work in a structured manner,

  
  
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  showi an ability to give and receive feedback effectively,

  
  
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  have a team-oriented mindset, along with the ability to communicate needs clearly with peers.,

  
  
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  possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

  
  

Overall, we are looking for a candidate who is not only technically proficient but also brings a collaborative spirit and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of laboratory practice.

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

Application deadline: 12/6/24

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

Want to learn more?

Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com

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