Manufacturing Technician I / Laboratory Technician I

JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician I / Manufacturing Technician I
FLSA STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt
SUMMARY: A Laboratory Technician I / Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for following the work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of IAH Oregon LLC (the “Company”) for the processing, purification, and manufacturing of hemp-based materials. A Laboratory Technician I / Manufacturing Technician I must maintain a cohesive department by implementing company policies, procedures, and position-specific duties and expectations. A Laboratory Technician I / Manufacturing Technician I reports to the Production Supervisor.
Responsibilities

• Accurately take measurements, document work, and maintain laboratory records
• Developing, improving, and writing SOPS under supervision
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including the cleaning of laboratory supplies
• Prepare samples for analysis
• Plan assigned workload on a daily basis in coordination with management and team members to effectively schedule multiple assignments.
• Contribute to a cohesive team environment
• Use laboratory equipment and instruments and learn how to use software appropriate for assigned tasks
• Attend and participate in laboratory meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Meet project and production deadlines in collaboration with colleagues
• Learn to conduct routine procedures and analyses in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines

Core Competencies

• Word Processing and spreadsheet creation/completion (Google Workspace)
• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and storage required
• Ability to read and follow scientific laboratory methods and procedures required
• Basic understanding of laboratory processes, such as serial dilutions, filtration, distillation, and chromatography preferred
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English required
• Ability to keep accurate and diligent records required
• Ability to work with supervision in a fast paced, self-directed environment

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to have professional conflict resolution when needed.
• Adherence to all safety and security protocols ensuring that you and your team are safe at all times without exception.
• Demonstrated ability to act with sound judgment in all duties performed.
• Ability to work professionally and diplomatically to solve conflicts with respect and consideration.
• Ability to think and respond quickly to changing circumstances and directives.
• Maintain a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence demonstrated through your ability to adhere to our company core values of Integrity, Passion, Selflessness, Innovation and Collaboration.
• Ability to function independently and as a part of a team with a positive and respectful attitude towards your team members.

Requirements

• AAS Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or high school diploma plus 1+ years of comparable laboratory or manufacturing experience
• Chemical Hygiene training preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred

Due to the hazardous nature of our business, all employment offers are contingent upon successfully passing your background check, reference checks and Pre-Employment physical examinations with Asante Occupational Health. IAH Oregon will take financial responsibility for all pre-employment related screening.
This position will perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including: standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces. This position includes extended use of hands during the manual transfer or manipulation of materials. This position will also occasionally lift items of up to 50lbs as part of daily procedures.
IAH Oregon, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
$20/HOUR
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
Compensation: From $20.00 per hour