Job Title: Laboratory Analyst I

Reports To: Laboratory Manager or Supervisor

Date: April 16, 2026

Job Summary:

Under technical supervision, perform sample accessioning, prepare samples for chemistry and microbiology assays, and perform sample analysis while following standard operating procedures and good documentation practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Prepare and label required glassware and logbooks for sample partitioning and weighing (accessioning)

· Perform the accessioning of samples using analytical balances and various implements

· Utilize aseptic technique when performing microbiological accessioning

· Ensure samples are homogenized and uniform throughout the accessioning process

· Evaluate samples for presence of foreign material and take sample photographs

· Ensure laboratory workstations are clean and organized

· Demonstrate competency in chemistry and/or microbiology assay(s) performed in the laboratory

· Prepare test solutions, reagents, and standards for chemistry and/or microbiology analyses.

· Conduct and document quality control tests.

· Perform entry and review of data entered into the Laboratory Information Management System.

· Conduct testing for assays such as water activity and moisture analysis

· Perform cleaning of reusable labwares and tools

· Establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with people inside and outside the laboratory including local staff, corporate staff, customers, auditors, and regulatory staff

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Additional Responsibilities:

· Follow all standard operating procedures and good documentation practices

· Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

· Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or related science required; Or

· High School Diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of laboratory experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

· Knowledge of elementary principles of microbiology and/or chemistry

· Knowledge of basic clinical laboratory skills

· Ability to operate laboratory equipment

· Ability to use computers and computer software programs and systems and standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers and digital cameras

· Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)

· Good analytical and judgment skills

· Detail-oriented

· Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding test results

· Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks, manage time

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Safety Sensitive Position:

Equipment or vehicles used and activities performed by this position that could cause serious injury or death to the operator, other employees and/or other individuals if not used properly or safely:

· Working with testing equipment with hot surfaces

· Handling chemicals including acids and solvents used in the testing process

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, walking/moving around and standing, talking and hearing and using hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls

· Occasional periods of stooping/bending

· Lifting up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally

· Close vision and ability to focus on computer screens and documents; depth perception; color vision

Mental Requirements:

The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· The ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, and maintain focus.

· Complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.

· The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external members of the operation.

· The ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing work-related duties the employee occasionally works with hazardous, toxic or caustic chemicals such as acids and solvents, works around fumes or airborne particles from laboratory chemicals used/fume hoods works with or near moving mechanical parts from laboratory equipment and works with equipment that vibrates. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Stressful Conditions in the Work Environment Affecting This Position:

· Challenging work demands including heavy workload/work quantity or quality demands, time demands, conflicting/multiple deadlines or tasks and interpreting data

Work Schedule:

· 40-hour minimum workweek

· May require on-call duty and the ability to work outside of scheduled work hours including weekends and holidays when the need arise

· Travel of 5-10% may be required.

This job description is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the successful performance of this position. It is not to be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements of this position, nor is it intended to limit the authority of any manager to assign and direct the activities of employees under his or her direction.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Morton, IL 61550 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Morton, IL 61550: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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