Plant Laboratory Technician

Between $26.00 and $28.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Eastern Region $20.85 - $37.96 Per hour Plant Laboratory Technician Navitas Global LLC

Occupation:

Biofuels Processing Technicians

Location:

Portales, NM - 88130

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Posted:

11/18/2025 Positions available: 1

Source:

New Mexico Jobs

Web Site:

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Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

06/04/2026

Expires:

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Location:

Portales, NM Reports to: Quality Assurance Supervisor

Employment Type:

Fulltime, Nonexempt (day shift with occasional weekend rotation) Company Overview Navitas Global LLC converts dairyindustry waste streams into ultralowcarbon ethanol, highprotein animal feed, and surplus purified water. Our Portales biorefinery expected to produce 25 MGPY of advanced ethanol per year. Position Summary The Plant Laboratory Technician conducts daily qualitycontrol tests on fermentation samples, finished ethanol, feed byproducts, and reclaimed water. The role maintains calibrated lab instruments, documents results in LIMS, and works closely with operations to ensure all products meet internal and regulatory specifications. Key Responsibilities Collect inprocess and finishedproduct samples according to SOPs. Perform wetchemistry and instrumental analyses (GC, density meter, pH, moisture, protein). Interpret results and immediately communicate outofspec findings to production staff. Calibrate and maintain lab equipment; manage reagent and consumable inventories. Enter test data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and generate COAs. Support

HACCP/GMP

paperwork and assist during internal and external audits. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Chemical Technology, Biology, or related field. 1-3 years industrial or academic laboratory experience. Familiarity with basic analytical techniques (titration, spectroscopy, chromatography). Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and electronic data entry. Preferred Qualifications Experience in biofuels, food, or beverage QC labs. Knowledge of

ASTM D4806/D4815

ethanol specifications. ISO 9001 or GMP documentation experience. Working Conditions Primarily laboratory environment; occasional plantfloor sampling requiring PPE. Repetitive pipetting, standing for extended periods, handling of chemicals.

Compensation & Benefits Hourly Pay:

$26 - $28/hr (DOE) + annual performance bonus. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) with company match. Tuition reimbursement and professionaldevelopment stipend. 7 days PTO + 8 company holidays. 7 days vacation after 6 month of performance review Application Process Submit résumé to careers@navitasglobal.eco with subject line Lab Technician - [Your Name]. Applicants will complete a phone interview and an onsite practical skills assessment. EEO Statement Navitas Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.