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Job Title: Gluten Lab Technician Location: Minneapolis, MN Type: Contract Compensation: $25.00 - $32.66 per hour Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: Sunday-Thursday 9am-5pm

Overview Leading food manufacturing and marketing company looking for an entry level Gluten Lab Technician. Ideal candidates should have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years' experience in food testing.

Responsibilities • Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines. Execution of all laboratory methods, as written. • Deliver results by due date by completing the analysis of data interpretation, manual calculation or peer review of results prior to approval, and final report writing, as needed. • Meet department Quality expectations including:

o Complying with Medallion and ISO 17025 quality requirements: o Identifying and addressing quality control issues o Completing quality investigations in a thorough and timely manner o Performing routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and other maintenance required by the Reliability Program o Maintain a work environment that complies with company safety rules. o Cross-functional support across Medallion, as business needs dictate. o Strong organizational and leadership skills, independent decision making, high attention to detail, and service mindset are essential. Skillfully handle multiple tasks, project, and priorities with minimal guidance or direction. o Assist in projects and studies to support the clients business units, as needed. o Support the evaluation of new test methods, as needed. o Develop and maintain lab procedures. o Actively participate in customer and accreditation audits. o Participate in continuous improvement of laboratory and team operations. o Implement training of lab personnel through effective cross-training plans. o Other responsibilities as required by the business.

Requirements • Degree in microbiology, food science, biology, chemistry, or related field (Bachelors degree preferred) • 1-3 years' experience in food testing • Significant attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible depending on workload. • Proficient in basic laboratory skills: accurate weighing, pipetting, quantitative transfer of solutions and samples, ability to work with care around hazardous compounds, preparation of solutions, calculation of results, and evaluation of the quality of results. • Proficient in the operation of common lab equipment as well as extensive experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of lab equipment. Confidence in troubleshooting and approaching issues with a solution mindset. • Must have computer application knowledge and be proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, or possess the ability to learn the listed applications. • Demonstrated flexibility and agility in work environment. • Track record as a strong team player. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new applications. • Available to flex work schedule when business need dictates to accommodate longer shift hours or weekend work. • Strong technical background. • High individual energy with very strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage in Productive Discourse. • Strong engaging leader with good decision making. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with LabWare LIMS

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.