• Lab Technician II

    Conagra Brands (Omaha, NE)


    Reporting to the Manager Scientific Affairs you'll perform laboratory test preparation activities and analyses to provide useful, accurate technical information to necessary personnel.

    Responsibilities:

    + Understand and follow laboratory management system policies and procedures.

    + Understand and follow laboratory safety policies and procedures.

    + Receive and prepare incoming samples for analysis

    + Receive laboratory supplies and equipment; distribute to laboratory staff members.

    + Run laboratory equipment, including autoclave, dishwasher, media pump, etc.

    + Input sample information and testing requirements into LIMS.

    + Follow written procedures to perform analytical testing on laboratory samples.

    + Prepare standard calibration solutions, media, buffers, working standards and other reagents/solutions for test methods.

    + Maintain stock of supplies; communicate needs to purchasing agent.

    + Import and export test results and other information between laboratory computers and LIMS.

    + Maintain accurate records of all test work in laboratory notebooks.

    + Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment; troubleshoot and repair.

    + Maintain a clean and organized work area

    + Assist senior laboratory staff with extraction, digestion and other sample preparation for complex analyses.

    + Calculate and interpret data generated from laboratory instrumentation; identify and isolate non-conforming work and make appropriate corrections.

    + Identify areas of improvement for test methods and technical procedures; initiate action plans.

    Qualifications:

    + Associate degree in a Science (Chemistry, Biology or Microbiology).

    + Minimum 1 year of related experience.

    + Experience with Excel – Intermediate level, PowerPoint, LIMS system, and a variety of analytical test equipment.

    + Experience performing test methods and technical procedures.

    + Will need to explain technical terms to non-technical audience

    Physical requirements:

    + Ability to stand for up to 6 hours a day performing tests in a pilot plant or plant (may be wet) environment.

    + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

    + Abilit to handle different smells

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    Compensation:

    Pay Range:$42,000-$55,000

     

    _The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees._

    Our Benefits:

    We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

    + Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement

    + Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

    + Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement

    + Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

    Our Company:

    At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

     

    Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

     

    Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.