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REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or another related scientific or engineering discipline.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3 years of related laboratory or industry experience.
• Experience working in a structured laboratory environment and following established procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.

PREFERRED SKILLS

& EXPERIENCEHands-on experience with one or more of the following is highly preferred:

• Total combustion analysis
• Elemental analysis
• Calorimetry
• Gas Chromatography (GC)
• NIR Spectroscopy
• NMR
• Total oil analysis
• Colorimetry
• Falling number testing
• Farinograph
• Mixograph
• Bench-top wet chemical analysis
• Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Microsoft Office Suite SUMMARY

Seeking a detail-oriented Grain Quality Analyst to support analytical testing activities in a fast-paced, high-throughput laboratory environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for receiving and preparing samples, performing analytical testing, maintaining data integrity, and delivering accurate laboratory results. This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional with experience in analytical testing, scientific instrumentation, quality procedures, and sample management

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, identify, label, and prepare incoming samples for laboratory analysis.
• Verify that samples are correctly identified and that appropriate analytical testing has been requested.
• Prepare and analyze samples according to established ISO work instructions and laboratory procedures.
• Prioritize testing activities based on customer needs, laboratory capacity, and project requirements.
• Organize and coordinate analytical activities within a high-throughput laboratory environment.
• Obtain, document, and maintain accurate analytical data while ensuring strong data integrity.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to efficiently deliver accurate and timely laboratory results.
• Follow established procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Work under the direction of a supervisor while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Drug screen & criminal background check will be required
• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.

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