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Elite Octane
60502 Glacier Road
Atlantic, IA 50022
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Elite Octane is always taking applications for the following positions:

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Laboratory Technician	View Job Description Laboratory Technician We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers hands-on training, growth opportunities, and the opportunity to play an important role in maintaining product quality and supporting efficient plant operations. Qualifications Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills Strong work ethic and self-motivated attitude Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean and organized work environment Accurate record-keeping and data entry skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others Ability to learn new processes, skills, and responsibilities Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, preferred High School Diploma or GED required Previous laboratory experience preferred; training available for qualified candidates Description of Duties Perform daily laboratory testing according to standard operating procedures to support plant operations Record all data and test results accurately and in the required format Maintain and properly operate laboratory equipment, including calibrations and cross-validations Order and maintain laboratory supplies and inventory Interpret laboratory data and understand its impact on plant operations Maintain laboratory equipment and testing records Assist with research, testing, and documentation for experimental trials involving new ingredients and processes to improve plant efficiency and output Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment Communicate test results and observations effectively with plant personnel and management Reporting Structure Reports To: Laboratory Manager Supervises: None Schedule Full-time position, Monday-Friday Overtime and weekend work may be required as needed Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Physical Demands Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions and moderate noise levels. Certain designated areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including: Hearing protection Hard hat Safety glasses Safety shoes Leather gloves Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401(k) with company match	1	$28.00/hour	Fill Out Job Application

Laboratory Technician

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers hands-on training, growth opportunities, and the opportunity to play an important role in maintaining product quality and supporting efficient plant operations.

Qualifications

Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic and self-motivated attitude
Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean and organized work environment
Accurate record-keeping and data entry skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others
Ability to learn new processes, skills, and responsibilities
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, preferred
High School Diploma or GED required
Previous laboratory experience preferred; training available for qualified candidates

Description of Duties

Perform daily laboratory testing according to standard operating procedures to support plant operations
Record all data and test results accurately and in the required format
Maintain and properly operate laboratory equipment, including calibrations and cross-validations
Order and maintain laboratory supplies and inventory
Interpret laboratory data and understand its impact on plant operations
Maintain laboratory equipment and testing records
Assist with research, testing, and documentation for experimental trials involving new ingredients and processes to improve plant efficiency and output
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Communicate test results and observations effectively with plant personnel and management

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Laboratory Manager
Supervises: None

Schedule

Full-time position, Monday-Friday
Overtime and weekend work may be required as needed

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions and moderate noise levels. Certain designated areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including:

Hearing protection
Hard hat
Safety glasses
Safety shoes
Leather gloves

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match