Grain Quality Analyst

Location :

Ankeny, IA Duration :

5 months with the possibility to be extended

Schedule:

M-F, 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM Salary range : $20/hr. - $25/hr. (depending on experience) Summary This role performs laboratory testing and analysis in a high-throughput environment to support customer and project requirements. Responsible for receiving, preparing, analyzing, and maintaining integrity of analytical samples while following established procedures and ISO work instructions. Works under immediate supervision and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate and timely laboratory results. Job Description Periodically patrol buildings and grounds of industrial plants, commercial establishments, docks, logging camp areas, or work sites. Receive, identify, and prepare incoming samples for analysis. Verify sample labeling and confirm appropriate analytical requests. Prepare and analyze samples in accordance with ISO work instructions. Prioritize analyses based on customer needs and laboratory capacity. Organize and coordinate laboratory projects in a high-throughput environment. Obtain and document analytical data while ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support efficient laboratory operations. Follow established guidelines and instructions to perform assigned duties. Deliver laboratory results accurately and within expected timelines. Report to and work under the guidance of a supervisor. Skills Required Minimum of 1-3 years of related industry experience Security operations experience (4-6 years preferred) Laboratory analysis and sample preparation experience Strong attention to detail and data integrity practices Project coordination and prioritization skills Ability to work in a high-throughput laboratory environment Knowledge of analytical testing methodologies Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) preferred Education/Training/Certifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific or engineering field Equivalent directly applicable experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements Additional Requirements Preferred candidates will have hands-on experience in total combustion analysis, elemental analysis, calorimetry, Gas Chromatography (GC), NIR Spectroscopy, NMR, total oil analysis, colorimetry, falling number, farinograph, mixograph, bench-top wet chemical analyses, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), and the Microsoft Office Suite. Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. HarveStaff offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws." #

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Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Referral program

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS): 1 year (Required)

Laboratory:

2 years (Required)

Quality:

1 year (Required) Laboratory analysis and sample preparation : 1 year (Required)

Location:

Ankeny, IA 50021 (Required)

Work Location:

In person