Job Description

At Bayer we\'re visionaries, driven to solve the world\'s toughest challenges and striving for a world where \'Health for all Hunger for none\' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We\'re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining \'impossible\'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you\'re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there\'s only one choice.

Lab Analyst II

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Lab Analyst II, you will be based at our Woodland, CA site focusing on vegetable seeds before they go to market. You will work specifically in Quality Testing - Seed Health in the Bacteriology department with the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. reporting directly to the Senior Lab Operations Manager.

The primary responsibilities of this role, Lab Analyst II, are to:

• Timely, accurate preparation, evaluation, and recording of seed analyses;
• Under the direction of Lab Operations Managers and/or Lab Coordinators complete the testing processes ensuring process control, accurate data management, timely escalation of problem solving, and error correction;
• Effectively troubleshoot testing processes and ensure appropriate error resolution;
• Aid in training new Lab Analysts;
• Ability to learn and apply scientific methods and non-routine techniques for analysis as directed by protocols and work instructions to deliver quality results - which may include preparation of reagents, media, controls and sample preparation;
• Participate in Management of Change process and updates of testing protocols and work instructions;
• Work independently within a team environment to ensure all testing is conducted in compliance with Bayer ESH policies, Laboratory QMS and protocols, and Regulatory agency requirements;
• Provide oversight and task related feedback to contingent labor;
• Maintain reagents and consumables to required inventory levels;
• Participate in special projects / teams;
• Participate in a continuous improvement program focused on enhancing current processes and performing root cause analyses/troubleshooting of issues;
• Actively engage in onePSS programs & initiatives;
• Participate in Bayer\'s ESH safety program and cross-site projects/initiatives.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma;
• Strong knowledge of basic laboratory techniques;
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, write, and speak effectively;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to work as a team member and effectively communicate within a multicultural environment;
• Detailed oriented with the ability to multitask in a high throughput environment;
• This position may require a change in shift hours - Weekend and overtime work as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree with 0 years of lab experience OR an Associates degree with 2 years of lab experience OR a High School Diploma with 5 years of lab experience preferred;

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $49,100 and $73,700. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant\'s location, market data/ranges, an applicant\'s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

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YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
Location: United States : California : Woodland
Division: Crop Science
Reference Code: 799723
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com

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