Quality Lab Tech

Come Join A Leader In The Pet Care Industry!

 

Fish Care Made Easy!

 

Jungle Laboratories has an IMMEDIATE opening for an outstanding individual in our Quality Lab!

 

The perfect team member has obtained a few years of hands on experience in a quality lab environment, preferably in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical setting.  This person probably has a formal chemistry education, possibly an associate’s or a bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate is also very motivated, able to organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines with a very strong ability to multi-task!

 

If this is you, APPLY NOW!

 

Jungle Laboratories is a leader in the pet care industry!  We manufacture exceptional quality products for pets!

 

Jungle offers a very generous benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability to all of its employees!

 

In addition, we offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, 100% immediate vesting, and an excellent tuition reimbursement program.

 

We also understand the value of time off, and thus offer plenty of time off to help you maintain an ideal work/life balance!

 

 

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Our Quality Lab Tech will perform lab tests, product release and procedure development in the laboratory environment while serving as one of the organization’s primary technical resource for laboratory operations. 

 

Essential Functions:

 Conduct various lab tests on chemicals, intermediate product stages and finished bulk product utilizing appropriate equipment, such as High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), UV spectrometer, and IR photometer; ensure results meet product standards and are accurately recorded according to standard operating procedures.

 Analyze data to ensure results are within acceptable specifications or tolerances and make decisions regarding release of product for production use. 

 Develop methods and procedures for use in product testing and release.  Serve as primary organizational trainer and subject matter expert on lab testing processes and proper use of laboratory equipment methods for identification of chemicals, products, and materials. 

 Effectively communicate product statuses, testing issues and release schedules with production staff and departmental leadership.

 Conduct daily and routine maintenance on laboratory systems and equipment. Maintain appropriate records of inventory of lab supplies, equipment, and reagents.

 Follow prescribed safety policies at all times as established by the company.

 Work with associates in team effort to further company goals concerning productivity, safety and quality.

 

 

Other Responsibilities:

 Communicate timely with Purchasing when reorders of supplies or equipment is needed.

 Provide technical support to production and other staff as required.

 Communicate equipment problems to supervisor providing information such as what equipment, problem, frequency, etc.

 Perform other work related duties as assigned.

 

 

Critical Performance Criteria:

 

Accuracy of testing processes – Accurate and timely testing processes are key elements in the production of finished product, customer satisfaction and the ultimate health of pets using Jungle Labs-produced products. 

 

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

 

1.  Bachelors Degree in chemistry or related field preferred with a minimum of two years lab testing experience in a high volume chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. In lieu of degree, will accept an associate’s degree in chemistry with a minimum of five (5) years combination of experience in lab testing in a high volume chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment OR any acceptable combination of education and experience.

 

2.  Must be familiar with lab techniques including HPLC, spectrometry, photometry, titration, hardness testing and pH testing. 

 

3.  Able to use advanced arithmetic skills including the ability to understand and apply conversion factors, ratios, percentages, and algebraic reasoning.

 

4.  Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of personnel.

 

5.  Able to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.

 

6.  Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.  Ability to use standard HPLC software.

 

7.  Able to lift 40 pounds up to 40 inches from the floor

 

8.  Able to climb stairs.

 

Jungle Laboratories is a leader in the pet care industry!

 

Our mission is to provide products and services of such quality that our customers receive superior value and our associates and business partners share in our success.

 

We are committed to treating one another fairly and to maintaining employment practices based on equal opportunity for all associates.  We respect each other’s privacy and treat each other with dignity and respect irrespective of age, race, color, sex, religion or nationality. We are committed to providing safe and healthy working conditions and an atmosphere of open communication for all our associates.

 

To apply for this outstanding position please click “Apply Now� or fax your resume to 210-658-0570.

 

 

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