Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• A BS or BA in the biological sciences or a related field (required)
• Industrial laboratory experience: 2+ years (preferred)
• Experience with ISO17025 standards (preferred)
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong understanding of food microbiology methods and aseptic technique in the laboratory

General responsibilities include assisting the Laboratory Coordinator with the following:

• Ensuring all testing methodology is followed accurately
• Effectively managing staff performance, including through one-on-one meetings, evaluations, and training, to maintain 24/7 operations
• Overseeing QA/QC and maintaining compliance with ISO17025 standards
• Training staff in testing methods and maintain ongoing staff competence
• Effectively scheduling staff according to client needs
• Interacting with clients to maintain effective communication and ongoing understanding of client operational needs
• Helping with analysis to ensure client expectations and covering shifts in the absence of employees, as needed
• Maintaining communication with corporate departments to ensure all laboratory processes are up-to-date with latest requirements

The pay range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000 annually (DOE). This is a full-time, non-exempt position and is eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 6 paid holidays per year, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 401(k) (with up to 3% employer match after eligibility criteria are met).

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate to severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

To apply for this position please access the company’s job posting at:
https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6a160b13b7a8d73eb39af78a

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.

Equal Opportunity Vets/Disability
“Know Your Rights”
Poster:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Biology or related field (preferred)
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique in the laboratory
• Ability to regularly lift 30lbs above waist level
• Ability to occasionally lift 50lbs above waist level
• A valid US driver’s license issued at least 5 years prior to the date of hire, with a clean driving record (including, at minimum, no at-fault accidents in the last 5 years) that meets/continues to meet IEH’s motor vehicle risk standards, as verified through ongoing MVR monitoring

Laboratory Technician/Courier duties include: media/sample preparation, sample sorting and log-in, performing specific sample testing steps (under supervision), transcribing results, data entry, inventory control, washing glassware, general laboratory cleaning, safely transporting samples from customers to the lab on a fixed schedule, and other duties as assigned.

The pay range for this position is $17.13 – $19.00 hourly. This is a full-time seasonal position ending in October/November and is eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked) and 401(k). Seasonal employees may be eligible for medical insurance after 6 months if working more than 30 hours/week on average during an initial 5-month measurement period.

The shift for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, from 10:00am – 6:30pm.

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

To apply for this position please access the company’s job posting at: https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6a160b2db7a8d73eb39af7ce

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.

Equal Opportunity Vets/Disability
“Know Your Rights” Poster:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf