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Lab Technician

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States
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Job ID 79161 Job Category Production

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.


Summary

Play a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of our soybean oil products from production to final delivery. As a Laboratory Technician, you will perform detailed quality control testing on crude and refined oils, accurately document analytical results, and help uphold the highest standards of product excellence. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented, enjoys hands-on laboratory work, and takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality products our customers can trust.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:30pm-11:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Collect, log, and file oil samples for quality control checks.
  • Perform quality control analysis in accordance with plant or customer specifications.
  • Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include washing glassware, cleaning floors and cabinets and emptying trash containers.
  • Operate quality control instruments.
  • Learn to calibrate and perform simple maintenance on laboratory instruments.
  • Learn specialized quality control tests to include but not limited to solid fat index, spectrometry and chromatography.
  • Perform all work within safety guidelines established by local, state and federal agencies as well as company policies.
  • Perform job within established CGMP’s.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 2-4 years’ experience.
  • Reading, writing and math skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Knowledge of quality control.
  • Knowledge of chemistry.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

  • Able to move freely throughout the Quality Control Laboratory and Oil Refinery facility to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), carrying equipment or samples (0-50 pounds), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).  
  • Must be able to wear protective equipment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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