Temp Laboratory Technician at Van Drunen Farms in Momence, Illinois

Job Description:

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!


The Laboratory Technician shall provide analytical, support in the analysis of ingredient, in-process, and finished product testing required.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates and maintains scientific instruments, including, but not limited to analytical balances, pH meters, and spectrophotometers.


• With training, become proficient in the FutureCeuticals core methods including, but not limited to wet chemistry, ID by FTIR, PSL, UV-vis spectrophotometry, and sample preparations for various techniques.


• With appropriate training, be able to perform all Wet Chemistry analyses using methods from the FutureCeuticals methods folder as well as compendium methods, such as FCC (Food Chemical Codex) and USP (United States Pharmacopeia).


• Perform non-routine Wet Chemistry analyses as directed by senior personnel.


• Analyze and evaluate results prior to submitting completed work.


• Perform peer review of analytical results generated by the laboratory.


• Maintains technical records and prepares reports.


• The assistant analytical chemist may be required to participate with fellow FutureCeuticals associates in discussions of analytical analyses and results.


• Maintains analytical equipment thru the FutureCeuticals Calibration Program.


• Maintains inventories of laboratory supplies on hand for laboratory use.

JOB EXPERIENCE
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• 0 -3 years' experience in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or other appropriate scientific degree and laboratory experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Comply with the FutureCeuticals values and Leadership Behaviors.


• Excellent teamwork and effective communication skills.


• Assist in ongoing laboratory activities and projects as directed.


• Remain current in ISO regulations and/or other regulatory requirements as needed.


• Experience in word processing and spreadsheet analysis.


• With training, proficient in using Quality Systems Database.


• Experience with statistical analysis of laboratory data.

EDUCATION:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, or other appropriate scientific degree and laboratory experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day.


The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.



WORKING CONDITIONS:



This position will operate in a professional office and a chemical lab environment. It requires the use of standard and technical office programs as well as chemical and other laboratory equipment and products. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

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  Expected Pay Range: $23/hr-$24.75/hr, non-exempt


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  Duration: Contract to Hire


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  Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.


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  Benefits Eligible: Yes (upon conversion)


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  Benefits Available: benefits-summary-2025.pdf

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!


We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.


The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.


Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company. Apply Now