Laboratory Technician II/III - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Research & Development

Job Description

Laboratory Technician II/III – Strain Development
ADM Research & Development

Position Summary
Are you a team player? Do you enjoy enabling smooth operations? The Cell Engineering group is looking to hire a laboratory technician (II/III) to assist with crucial daily lab tasks. With this role, the successful applicant will empower scientists to work efficiently and will become an important part of a great team. Proper training will be provided and there will be opportunities to grow.

Job responsibilities

• Prepare liquid and solid media, and reagents
• Wash and sterilize glassware
• Load, sterilize and stock pipette tip boxes
• Autoclave and dispose of lab solid and liquid waste
• Update inventories in the internal system
• Order, store and dispose of chemicals
• Check supply stock levels and place orders
• Unbox and stock supplies delivered
• Clean fridges and freezers
• Submit maintenance requests
• Maintain common lab areas (clean, tidy up, stock)
• Perform general lab organization duties
• Occasionally assist with other lab operations

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 3+ years of laboratory experience, or an associate’s degree with 1+ year of laboratory experience is required
• Previous media and solution preparation experience preferred
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required
• Familiarity with personal computers is required (Microsoft Office)
• Comfortable learning about and using web-based tools for medium preparation, and tracking and labelling
• Able to take verbal or written instructions and work independently without direct supervision
• Pleasure in getting things done promptly and well
• Passion for organization
• Customer service – like approach to role needed
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Must have regular, prompt attendance
• Capable of lifting a maximum of 50 pounds
• Must communicate effectively and work well in a team environment
• Contribute to a knowledge-sharing, positive, safe and inclusive work environment

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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