Senior Lab Technician

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Orrville, OH

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Your Opportunity as the Senior Lab Technician The focus for this role is to support the plants and R&D by performing microbiological testing and reporting results. Location: Orrville, OH Work Arrangements: Hybrid, Monday - Friday In this role you will: · Perform routine microbiological testing & report results · Maintain International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 17025 accredited methods · Follow good laboratory and safety practices · Prepare laboratory reagents · Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment records, and methods · Maintain and calibrate lab equipment · Perform general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ordering supplies · Support laboratory projects · Communicate with customers to coordinate testing related to microbiological testing procedures · Provide support to the Analytical Lab as needed What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Microbiology / Food Science or related field Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: · General laboratory experience is strongly preferred · Microbiological Laboratory experience or training is strongly preferred · Familiarity with aseptic technique is strongly preferred · Biosafety Level 2 laboratory experience is preferred · Strong communication skills (written and oral) and customer service communication skills · Strong chemistry and mathematics background, statistical background a plus · Good computer skills, including familiarity with a Laboratory Management System (LMS) · Strong time management skills with attention to detail · Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment · Self-motivated, high-energy level, positive attitude · Ability to work a minimum of one company assigned holiday per year (could be 1-3 days during that holiday week for 1-2 hours each day and/or if a Holiday falls on a Sunday if there is a rotation) · Possible weekend work hours in a rotation · Ability to stand for extended periods of time and occasionally to lift up to 40 lbs. is required · Ability to work independently The Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn® We are a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to making food people and pets love while supporting all those who count on our business. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, promote their development and growth and ensure effective collaboration and continued productivity to drive the success of our organization. You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work and become your best professional self. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee holistically by meeting their physical, emotional and financial needs through: Our Total Rewards benefits Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization. We are taking meaningful steps to enhance the inclusivity of our workplace and the diversity of our organization. Learn more We believe success is driving business growth while also helping those associated with our Company thrive. Learn more The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Microbiology / Food Science or related field
Ability to work a minimum of one company assigned holiday per year (could be 1-3 days during that holiday week for 1-2 hours each day and/or if a Holiday falls on a Sunday if there is a rotation)
Possible weekend work hours in a rotation
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and occasionally to lift up to 40 lbs. is required
Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

General laboratory experience is strongly preferred
Microbiological Laboratory experience or training is strongly preferred
Familiarity with aseptic technique is strongly preferred
Biosafety Level 2 laboratory experience is preferred
Strong communication skills (written and oral) and customer service communication skills
Strong chemistry and mathematics background, statistical background a plus
Good computer skills, including familiarity with a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Strong time management skills with attention to detail
Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment
Self-motivated, high-energy level, positive attitude

Responsibilities

Perform routine microbiological testing & report results
Maintain International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 17025 accredited methods
Follow good laboratory and safety practices
Prepare laboratory reagents
Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment records, and methods
Maintain and calibrate lab equipment
Perform general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ordering supplies
Support laboratory projects
Communicate with customers to coordinate testing related to microbiological testing procedures
Provide support to the Analytical Lab as needed