Synectics Inc.
Laboratory Technician – Synectics Inc.
Join Synectics Inc. as a Laboratory Technician supporting food safety, quality and operational teams.
Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician will complete routine analytical and laboratory testing in support of the food safety, quality and operational teams.
Perform routine analysis of product testing, checking and monitoring instrumentation performance and conducting tests under intermediate supervision.
Document results into databases and/or communicate test results to internal customers.
Help develop food/feed safety, quality and regulatory culture by collaborating cross‑functionally.
Run calibration checks, preventive maintenance tasks and simple repairs on analytical instrumentation, maintaining specification books up to date.
Interpret and document test results into active databases and communicate findings to internal customers as required.
Ensure compliance programs for all individual testing, monitoring adherence to regulations and other procedural food safety compliance.
Conduct routine quantitative and qualitative inspections and laboratory tests on raw materials, in‑process and final products independently, supporting more complex trials and experiments under intermediate supervision.
Handle clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under general supervision, escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
Experience with coursework or lab experience sufficient for this role.
Entry‑level position.
Schedule Monday through Friday 7:00‑3:30 PM CST.
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance: Eligible employees and dependents receive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins 60 days after continuous full‑time employment; premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Eligible employees and dependents receive a dental plan through MetLife with 60‑day eligibility.
Vision Insurance: Eligible employees receive vision coverage through VSP with 60‑day eligibility.
401(k) Plan: Synectics offers a 401(k) plan with employer matching and enrollment dates on January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1.
Technical Certification Bonus: Up to $500 for an approved professional certification related to the position, awarded after 90 days following successful completion.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician will complete routine analytical and laboratory testing in support of the food safety, quality and operational teams.
Perform routine analysis of product testing, checking and monitoring instrumentation performance and conducting tests under intermediate supervision.
Document results into databases and/or communicate test results to internal customers.
Help develop food/feed safety, quality and regulatory culture by collaborating cross‑functionally.
Run calibration checks, preventive maintenance tasks and simple repairs on analytical instrumentation, maintaining specification books up to date.
Interpret and document test results into active databases and communicate findings to internal customers as required.
Ensure compliance programs for all individual testing, monitoring adherence to regulations and other procedural food safety compliance.
Conduct routine quantitative and qualitative inspections and laboratory tests on raw materials, in‑process and final products independently, supporting more complex trials and experiments under intermediate supervision.
Handle clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under general supervision, escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
Experience with coursework or lab experience sufficient for this role.
Entry‑level position.
Schedule Monday through Friday 7:00‑3:30 PM CST.
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance: Eligible employees and dependents receive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins 60 days after continuous full‑time employment; premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Eligible employees and dependents receive a dental plan through MetLife with 60‑day eligibility.
Vision Insurance: Eligible employees receive vision coverage through VSP with 60‑day eligibility.
401(k) Plan: Synectics offers a 401(k) plan with employer matching and enrollment dates on January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1.
Technical Certification Bonus: Up to $500 for an approved professional certification related to the position, awarded after 90 days following successful completion.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
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