Assistant Laboratory Coordinator (Yakima, WA)

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Assistant Laboratory Coordinator position at its facility in Yakima, WA.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

- A BS or BA in the biological sciences or a related field (required)

- Industrial laboratory experience: 2+ years (preferred)

- Experience with ISO17025 standards (preferred)

- Proficiency with data entry and computer applications

- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, high throughput environment

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Strong attention to detail

- Strong understanding of food microbiology methods and aseptic technique in the laboratory

General responsibilities include assisting the Laboratory Manager perform the following:

- Ensuring all testing methodology is followed accurately

- Effectively managing staff performance, including through one-on-one meetings, evaluations, and training, to maintain 24/7 operations

- Overseeing QA/QC and maintaining compliance with ISO17025 standards

- Training staff in testing methods and maintain ongoing staff competence

- Effectively scheduling staff according to client needs

- Interacting with clients to maintain effective communication and ongoing understanding of client operational needs

- Maintaining communication with corporate departments to ensure all laboratory processes are up-to-date with latest requirements

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00 hourly. Full-time employees eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, 401(k), health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 6 paid holidays per year.

The laboratory operates weekends, so candidates must be willing to work weekends.

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate-to-severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

To apply for this position please access the company's job posting at: https://apps.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6691bbc7cb76193d423e872a

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.

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