Grain Lab Manager
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3 Quick Apply Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description The Identity Preserved Grain (IPG) Laboratory at Illinois Crop Improvement is dedicated to specialty seed and valued added grains.
The laboratory measures grain and related products for protein, oil, fiber, starch, and other proximate or primary composition characteristics.
The position blends several aspects of science, including chemistry, physics, engineering, agriculture, feed, and food.
Plant breeders, researchers, merchandisers, and processors in the feed, fiber, fuel, and food industries rely on the laboratory's third-party grain services.
The lab's primary service offerings are suitability tests for whole grains and early-phase processed products.
Small laboratory-scale grinders and processing equipment take the samples from whole grain to flour samples.
The laboratory is also equipped with near-infrared (NIR), combustion, helium gas, and similar analyzers.
The role requires on-the-job training as no one degree may cover all of the essential aspects of IPG Lab testing.
A basic understanding of mass analysis (weight and volume) as well as chemistry (extractions) and physics (grain milling) offers a good description of the lab manager's base skillset.
The role also includes coordinating outsourcing testing needs such as fatty acid, amino acid, fiber, tofu, and soymilk analyses.
Title Grain Lab Manager Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for day-to-day operations of the IPG Lab, including management of personnel and equipment, as well as scheduling and performance of tests.
May report opinions and interpretations in areas of expertise.
Assists the modification, development, validation and verification of new methods.
Responsible for reporting technical issues and problems related to any activity in the department.
Assists with the Quality Management System as directed by the CEO and Quality Manager.
A commitment to the mission and ISO quality policy of the organization.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of grain quality, grain handling, and grain processing.
Knowledge of grain and seed testing methods, chemicals, products and equipment Ability to communicate clearly in English Ability to use modern business communications equipment including computers Ability to verbally communicate with employees and customers Ability to manage full and part time employees Ability to apply conflict resolution skills Knowledge of the Quality Management System Flexibility to work under seasonal time constraints Qualifications Expertise in grain quality testing Expertise in grain/oilseed processing Conditions of Employment Due to the duties and responsibilities of this position, the individual must be willing to accept a time commitment that may involve work weeks that exceed 40 hours and may include some travel with evening and weekend work typically post-harvest to pre-planting.
Written acceptance of the employee handbook and confidentiality agreement Working conditions/physical demands Keyboarding, filing, phone use and other general office and laboratory activities Work involving supplies and chemicals relating to grain testing Ability to lift and carry samples, supplies and equipment as necessary Sufficient mobility to perform customer visits, attend meetings and generally move about the facility in an efficient manner Valid driver's license Additional Information The description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual in this position.
It is not an exclusive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be required.
Compensation Pay is commensurate on experience Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.
00 - $30.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift Weekend availability Work Location:
One location Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
3 Quick Apply Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description The Identity Preserved Grain (IPG) Laboratory at Illinois Crop Improvement is dedicated to specialty seed and valued added grains.
The laboratory measures grain and related products for protein, oil, fiber, starch, and other proximate or primary composition characteristics.
The position blends several aspects of science, including chemistry, physics, engineering, agriculture, feed, and food.
Plant breeders, researchers, merchandisers, and processors in the feed, fiber, fuel, and food industries rely on the laboratory's third-party grain services.
The lab's primary service offerings are suitability tests for whole grains and early-phase processed products.
Small laboratory-scale grinders and processing equipment take the samples from whole grain to flour samples.
The laboratory is also equipped with near-infrared (NIR), combustion, helium gas, and similar analyzers.
The role requires on-the-job training as no one degree may cover all of the essential aspects of IPG Lab testing.
A basic understanding of mass analysis (weight and volume) as well as chemistry (extractions) and physics (grain milling) offers a good description of the lab manager's base skillset.
The role also includes coordinating outsourcing testing needs such as fatty acid, amino acid, fiber, tofu, and soymilk analyses.
Title Grain Lab Manager Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for day-to-day operations of the IPG Lab, including management of personnel and equipment, as well as scheduling and performance of tests.
May report opinions and interpretations in areas of expertise.
Assists the modification, development, validation and verification of new methods.
Responsible for reporting technical issues and problems related to any activity in the department.
Assists with the Quality Management System as directed by the CEO and Quality Manager.
A commitment to the mission and ISO quality policy of the organization.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of grain quality, grain handling, and grain processing.
Knowledge of grain and seed testing methods, chemicals, products and equipment Ability to communicate clearly in English Ability to use modern business communications equipment including computers Ability to verbally communicate with employees and customers Ability to manage full and part time employees Ability to apply conflict resolution skills Knowledge of the Quality Management System Flexibility to work under seasonal time constraints Qualifications Expertise in grain quality testing Expertise in grain/oilseed processing Conditions of Employment Due to the duties and responsibilities of this position, the individual must be willing to accept a time commitment that may involve work weeks that exceed 40 hours and may include some travel with evening and weekend work typically post-harvest to pre-planting.
Written acceptance of the employee handbook and confidentiality agreement Working conditions/physical demands Keyboarding, filing, phone use and other general office and laboratory activities Work involving supplies and chemicals relating to grain testing Ability to lift and carry samples, supplies and equipment as necessary Sufficient mobility to perform customer visits, attend meetings and generally move about the facility in an efficient manner Valid driver's license Additional Information The description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual in this position.
It is not an exclusive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be required.
Compensation Pay is commensurate on experience Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.
00 - $30.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift Weekend availability Work Location:
One location Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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