To provide analytical laboratory support that ensures that all products produced at the Decatur Facility consistently meet or exceed company standard and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Core Functions:
Sample preparation for customers, collaborative studies, and/or wet lab comparison data
Perform analysis of samples throughout the process utilizing various AOCS methods
Data entry of analysis including trending and standard deviations
Truck and/or Railcar Certificate of Analysis' created, faxed, and filed
Equipment diagnostics and calibration
Cross-train on equipment troubleshooting and act as a backup for other laboratory functions
Communicate analysis results and/or issues to management team
Promote safety by driving a zero incident culture ensuring the safety of all employees, contractors, and visitors.
Be an effective safety leader engaging in Bunge safety discussions and initiatives.
Support policy and procedure creation and training.
Ensure lab sanitation procedures are being followed
Review COA information to assist in determining incoming product compliance to specifications
Support of food security policies
Support the development and maintenance of Prerequisite and Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) Programs for food and feed products
Ensure that customer inquiries for technical information, application information or product concerns receive responses in a timely fashion
Be prepared to work a flexible, 8, 10, or 12 hour schedule that may include off shifts, holidays and weekends
Demonstrate the following core values and guiding behaviors which are expected of all employees at Bunge North America: Integrity, Openness and Trust, Teamwork, Commitment, Entrepreneurship and Farmer/ Customer Focus
Perform other duties as assigned and recognize that priorities can and will likely shift quickly to adjust to the demands of other departments for the overall benefit of the organization
Responsible to report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to take action and resolve.
Skill/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or any applied sciences preferred
Ability to learn and apply new skills quickly is required
Demonstrate ability to work safely and to promote safe work practices in others
Ability to work collaboratively on teams with both internal and external employees and customers
Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Work, and PP), SAP and other technical software applications
Excellent verbal, written, multi-tasking and listening skills
Candidate must be friendly, collaborative, intelligent and hard working
Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge's expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.
Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
