Quality Lab Technician II

Quality Lab Technician II

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Quality Lab Technician II for an opportunity in Brooks, OR 97305

Job Details:

Title: Quality Lab Technician II

Location: Brooks, OR 97305

Duration: 7 months

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
(Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.)

Job Type: Contract (40 hrs. a week)

Pay Range: $26hr-$29/hr
(Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Responsibilities:

• Support the Quality Control Seed Health lab by performing standardized processes and quality control testing. Complete standardized procedures for detection and quantification of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in vegetable seeds
• Read and understand work instructions and procedures
• Apply aseptic technique and defined hygiene procedures to ensure quality and containment of plant pathogens
• Accurately record and enter test results
• Perform repetitive work while maintaining focus on detail and quality (e.g. grinding vegetable seeds, washing lab dishes, and autoclaving materials)
• Recognize and report deviations from standard procedures
• Learn and follow safety procedures
• Contribute to enhancing safety culture
• Contribute to miscellaneous lab improvement projects
• Apply basic laboratory and math skills
• Follows standardized protocols and report any deviations
• Reliable team contributor
• Strong communicator
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Laboratory work, including growth room/chamber
• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and bending performing repetitive tasks
• Occasional lifting 30-40 lbs., frequent lifting of 15-20 lbs.

Comments/Special Instructions

This is a part-time position. Flexibility in days per week. Prefer someone to work 3 days Mon-Thurs, but ok with Friday if needed. Average will be 24-30 hours per week, maybe a 40-hour week if it gets busy.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field, OR 1-2 years' experience.
Must be:
*detail-oriented
*comfortable with redundant tasks
*able to self-manage time once training is complete

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 240077 when responding to this ad.

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