Cottonseed QA Technician JOB-******** Anticipated Start Date June 03, 2024
Location Bapchule, AZ
Type of Employment Contract Hire
Employer Info Building a sustainable future through chemistry is our client's mission. Using their global footprint, they focus on social responsibility, innovation, sustainability, and environmental protection. Thanks to their expertise, they contribute to an enhanced quality of life for everyone.
Job Summary We are looking for individual to join our client's team as Cottonseed QA Technician. This position is responsible for assisting the Quality Control Lab Supervisor to complete any necessary activities to test fuzzy cottonseed, processed, and carryover cottonseed for quality standards.
Job Description Key emphasis will be placed on performing tests which may include but not limited to:
Truck Sampling, Moisture, Temperature, Free Fatty Acid, Genetic Purity, Visual Mechanical Damage, Adventitious Presence, Seed Count, pH, Seed Appearance, Data Verification, and DNA testing. Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tests for extended time periods following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions (WI). Ability to work near/with other workers on daily basis. Responsible for maintaining clean work area. Follow safe work practices. Majority of testing requires standing at workstations. Contact with industrial equipment such as hydraulic presses, vacuum samplers, autoclaves, seed dryers, shakers, cotton seed de-linting sink, magnification devices, ovens, dishwashers, blenders/blades, moisture/temp meters, seed counters, centrifuges, and pipettes. Labware to consist of glass beakers, test tubes, micro-centrifuge tubes, petri dishes, pipette tips, and well plates. Safe handling of lab chemicals such as buffers, acid, oil, alcohol, seed treatments, and cleaning solvents. Individuals will work primarily in indoor lab environment, but some positions may periodically work in the Cotton Plant QA Lab. Skills Required Background in biology, lab experience, or agriculture experience preferred. PPE (safety glasses, lab coat, gloves, safety boots, and hardhat) is required and provided. Cross-training in the Plant Quality Assurance Lab will be required. Must be comfortable working in both lab and plant setting. Additional Requirements This schedule will be 7:00AM - 3:30PM Pay Rate $20.00 per hour We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
