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R&D Technician Lv1

YOH Services LLC
401(k), employee discount
United States, Ohio, Dayton
Feb 07, 2025
R&D Technician Lv1 Category: Life Science Employment Type: Contract Reference: BH-382010 Yoh Scientific is actively recruiting for a R&D Food Technician to work a contract assignment located in Dayton, Ohio. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 30-40 hours/week Duration: 12 months Pay Rate Range: $22 - $28.57/hour Responsibilities: Will work in R&D and possible Pilot Plant. Will support of semi-works (< 1.5 metric tons) production for feed ingredients, including sample collection, analysis, and characterization of both in-process and finished feed and feed components produced with ingredients primarily coming from a corn wet milling process. Analytical support of on-going research projects throughout the business. Daily laboratory cleanliness, organization, and chemical and supply inventory auditing and reporting. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Collection and analysis of samples under the supervision of a lead investigator as outlined in methods, SOPs, experimental designs, and verbal instructions. Ability to execute on assigned tasks, including thoroughly and accurately documenting and communicating results, with minimal direct and, mainly, indirect supervision in a detailed manner. Analysis of collected or submitted samples, primarily through wet chemistry, enzymatic assay, and instrumentation (HPLC, rheology, moisture determination, protein analysis) based techniques. Gathering samples and raw materials from a potentially physically demanding production environment while adhering to personal safety, food safety, and general operation program guidelines. Training and active participation in the facility safety program, with extreme importance placed on adherence to facility and lab safety standards and programs. Routine lab duties (cleaning, solution prep, basic instrument daily preparation, inventory auditing, etc.) Flexibility around assigned responsibilities, as this position will need to support critical production, and, therefore, priorities may be shifted on extremely short notice. Qualifications Required: S. (or M.Sc.) in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Food Science with laboratory experience. Familiarity with sample prep and analysis via various techniques. Ability to conduct lab work and maintaining detailed records of all findings. Some familiarity with testing food samples is beneficial. Experience with various analytical instruments, with HPLC and nitrogen analysis via combustion being the primary methodologies, and various wet chemistry techniques. Ability to execute on assigned tasks with only moderate direct oversight by lead investigator. Dress Code: Casual: jeans and shirt, no sleeveless shirts or shorts. No mesh or open-toed shoes. Safety boots and glasses will be provided. Uniform/lab coat will be provided, if needed. May also need to pass fit test for respirator fit/wear. *Opportunity is Calling,* Apply Now! What's In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 401K Retirement Saving Plan Life & Disability Insurance Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll Employee Discount Programs Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.