Lab Tech - Verona, Missouri USA
Company: balchem
Location: Verona
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty
ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of
life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the
finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our
corporate headquarters is located in New Hampton, New York, (Hudson
Valley area) and we have a broad network of sales offices,
manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the
US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded
company (NASDAQ - BCPC) with annual revenues over $640 million and
a market cap exceeding $3.0 billion. The company consists of three
business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition &
Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people
worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to
developing the company into global market leadership positions. To
learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit
www.balchem.com
POSITION SUMMARY:
Perform chemical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process
and finished products to determine adherence to prescribed
specifications. Prepare laboratory reagents and clean analytical
glassware. Maintain accurate record of all analyses performed,
documenting test results in laboratory notebooks and/or
electronically. Keeps work area and equipment safe, clean and in
good working order. Orders and maintains the necessary chemicals
and supplies to ensure efficient operation of the Quality Control
(QC) laboratory.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analyze incoming raw materials, comparing results with supplier's
Certificate of Analysis to ascertain conformance against Balchem's
purchase specifications
Issue the appropriate labels to material handlers documenting the
QC status of material (i.e. approved, quarantined or rejected)
Analyze Work in Progress (WIP) and finished products for activity,
release and particle size using acid - base or redox titrations,
particle size analyzers, gravimetric analysis, melt point, color
comparison, etc.
Record all results in laboratory notebook and/or electronic files
following the appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
Record, report and investigate non-conforming material results to
supervisor in a timely manner; notify appropriate plant personnel
of current production material failing its release/activity
specification OR outside its prescribed action limits/target
values
Prepare and standardize laboratory reagents according to written
procedures
Ensure that all analytical glassware is clean and defect-free and
that all equipment is calibrated and maintained as prescribed prior
to use
Perform, record and plot daily QC checks to ensure the accuracy and
reproducibility of data being reported from the QC laboratory
Collect and prepare samples for submission to outside laboratories
utilizing the appropriate chain-of-custody and shipping
requirements
Work with Customer Service and Research & Development teams to
prepare samples for shipment to potential customers; Support
efforts regarding continuous improvement by being an active
participant on various site teams or initiatives
Follow all safety policies and procedures including use of Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards
Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments daily. Instruments
include, but not limited to balances, auto titrators, pH meters,
refractometers, and microscopes
REQUIREMENTS:
AAS or BS degree in science preferred, or a minimum of one year
experience in an analytical lab.
Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
(especially Excel, Access and Word)
Ability to interpret, analyze, reason and plan
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Periods of standing, walking, and repetitive motion with occasional
lifting up to 50 lbs.
Operate various laboratory equipment such as burettes, balances and
microscopes etc.
Works inside a laboratory, subject to fumes, odors, gases; Safety
Data Sheets describe hazardous materials
Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and
promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and
a work environment free of harassment and hostility.
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