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Logistic Representative

AGQ Labs USA has an opening position for a Logistic Representative in our Laboratory located in Oxnard, CA.

AGQ Lab's purpose is to help create a safer world, leveraging science, technology, and knowledge to deliver profitable, sustainable, and scientifically backed solutions tailored to our client's specific needs. We are one of the world’s leading laboratories and technological centers, combining the most advanced analytical techniques with more than 25 years of experience. Our clients range across the entire value chain: growers, exporters, traders, large packers, supermarket certification specialists, and food processing concerns. In short, we provide superior scientific results — quickly, competitively, and efficiently.

For more information about AGQ Labs, please visit our website: www.agqlabs.us.com

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Answering phone calls from customers.
• Transferring calls as appropriate and taking messages with accuracy
• Unpack samples received by our clients while operating within the laboratory’s health and safety and personal protective equipment policies
• Numbering and processing samples received by our clients, sorting samples for different departments within the laboratory
• Data inputting samples onto our computer system
• Liaise with clients when there are queries
• Sorting submission forms for different departments within the laboratory
• Scanning submission forms and external results
• Assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the laboratory.
• Checking new stock deliveries
• Preparing samples to send to third party laboratories
• Other tasks as defined by senior members of staff.
• Be able to lift approximately 35 LB
• Valid driver license

The ideal candidate will possess and demonstrate the following:

• Professional phone etiquette
• Ability to multitask and display strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must be reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Bilingual: Able to fluently read, write, and speak both Spanish and English at a collegiate level
• High school diploma
• At least 1 year of experience are required (customer care/logistics)

Laboratory Technician

AGQ Labs USA is offering job opportunities as Laboratory Technician in our Laboratory located in Oxnard, CA with experience in the food industry.

AGQ Labs purpose is to help create a safer world, leveraging science, technology, and knowledge to deliver profitable, sustainable, and scientifically backed solutions tailored to our clients’ specific needs. We are one of the world’s leading laboratories and technological centers, combining the most advanced analytical techniques with more than 25 years of experience. Our client’s range across the entire value chain: growers, exporters, traders, large packers, supermarket certification specialists, and food processing concerns. In short, we provide superior scientific results — quickly, competitively, and efficiently.

For more information about AGQ Labs, please visit our website: www.agqlabs.us.com

Job Duties:

• Understand internal SOPs for the preparation and extraction of food samples.
• Daily workload organization through LIMS
• Record keeping of laboratory equipment’s temperature, solution preparation and daily quality controls.
• Sample preparation using different types of extractions such as QuEChERS, FDA and EPA methods.
• Calibration and verification of laboratory equipment such as analytical balance, micropipettes, volumetric glassware, etc.
• Preparation of reagents, stock solutions, calibration curves, etc.
• Replenish the necessary consumables in the extracting area such as pipette tips, gloves, etc.
• Keep laboratory equipment in clean conditions and ensure the safe removal of waste from the preparation area.
• Communicate with supervisor of any malfunctioning equipment.Follow 5 “S” protocol to keep working area organized and cleaned.

Experience:

• 1+ years with routine laboratory equipment looked upon favorably.
• (Pipettes, glassware, balances, microscope, etc.)

Education (Minimum Requirement):

• BS or similar in a scientific field of study (including core scientific curricula)

Qualifications:

• The right candidate will be a dynamic individual comfortable with working in a results-driven and fast-paced environment.
• We expect the right candidate to be hungry to learn, as well as very organized and detail-oriented.
• We expect the right candidate to come with the mindset of learning things from the bottom up: starting with understanding who we are, what we do, how all of the sample preparation and extraction is performed, and then moving on to understanding the equipment, instruments, and lab organization.
• Work well in a team-oriented environment while maintaining high professional standards for personal independent work.
• Take direction well and contribute constructively.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills (including MS Excel)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 60 days probation period)
• Other benefits to be reviewed with candidates during the interview process.

Schedule:

• 5-day work week, 40Hrs/week, Mon-Sat
• Shift work (6am-3pm, 9am-6pm)

Please submit your resume and a cover letter in PDF format to our HR Manager, Sandra Robles (srobles@agqlabs.com) with the reference ORGANIC LAB TECH in the subject of your email.

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Analytical Chemist - entry level (Oxnard, CA)

AGQ Labs USA is offering job opportunities as Entry level Analyst in our Laboratory located in Oxnard, CA with experience in the food industry.

Job Duties

• Perform extractions of pesticide residues and other contaminants following AGQ USA procedures.
• Preparations of solutions, calibration curves, mobile phases, dilutions etc.
• Verification and calibration of basic laboratory equipment such as analytical balances and micropipettes.
• Record keeping of Quality Controls, solutions, etc.
• Keeping sample storage area organized and cleaned.
• Perform routine GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS analyses for pesticide residues and other contaminants.

Experience

• 1+ years with routine laboratory equipment looked upon favorably.
  • Pipettes, glassware, balances, etc.
• 1+ years with analytical instrumentation looked upon favorably.
  • ICP-MS, GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS or similar.

Education (Minimum Requirement)

• BS or similar in scientific field of study (including core scientific curricula)

Qualifications

• The right candidate will be a dynamic individual comfortable with working in a results-driven and fast-paced environment.
• We expect the right candidate to be hungry to learn, as well as very organized and detail oriented.
• We expect the right candidate to come with the mindset of learning things from the bottom up: starting with understanding who we are, what we do, how all of the sample preparation and extraction is performed, and then moving on to understanding the equipment, instruments, and lab organization.
• Work well in a team-oriented environment while maintaining high professional standards for personal independent work.
• Take direction well and contribute constructively.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills (including MS Excel)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 60 days probation period)
• Other benefits to be reviewed with candidates during the interview process.

Salary and Schedule

• 5-day work week, 40Hrs/week, Mon-Sat
• Shift work (6am-3pm, 9am-6pm)

Please submit your resume and a cover letter in PDF format to our HR Manager, Sandra Robles (srobles@agqlabs.com) with the reference ChemistEntry in the subject of your email.

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Senior Analyst

AGQ Labs USA is offering job opportunities as Senior Analyst in our Laboratory located in Oxnard, CA with experience in the food industry.

AGQ Labs' purpose is to help create a safer world, leveraging science, technology, and knowledge to deliver profitable, sustainable, and scientifically backed solutions tailored to our client's specific needs. We are one of the world’s leading laboratories and technological centers, combining the most advanced analytical techniques with more than 25 years of experience. Our clients range across the entire value chain: growers, exporters, traders, large packers, supermarket certification specialists, and food processing concerns. In short, we provide superior scientific results — quickly, competitively, and efficiently.

For more information about AGQ Labs, please visit our website: www.agqlabs.us.com

Job Duties:

• Perform routine GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS analyses for Pesticide Residues, antibiotics, and other contaminants on food
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting as needed on GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS equipment
• Complete R+D or Method Development Projects as assigned

Experience:

• 3+ years with analytical instrumentation looked upon favorably
  • (GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, or similar)
  • Preferred SCIEX and/or AGILENT instrumentation
• 3+ years with routine laboratory equipment looked upon favorably
  • (Pipettes, glassware, balances, etc.)
• Familiarity with accreditation standards for ISO 17025 & ELAP is a plus.

Education (Minimum Requirement):

• BS or similar in a scientific field of study (including core scientific curricula)

Qualifications:

• The right candidate will be a dynamic individual comfortable with working in a results-driven and fast-paced environment.
• We expect the right candidate to be hungry to learn, as well as very organized and detail oriented.
• We expect the right candidate to come with the mindset of learning things from the bottom up: starting with understanding who we are, what we do, how all of the sample preparation and extraction is performed, and then moving on to understanding the equipment, instruments, and lab organization.
• Work well in a team-oriented environment while maintaining high professional standards for personal independent work.
• Take direction well and contribute constructively.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills (including MS Excel)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 60 days probation period)
• Other benefits to be reviewed with the candidate during the interview process

Salary and Schedule:

• Based on experience (TBD)
• 5-day work week, 40Hrs/week, Mon-Sat
• Shift work (6am-3pm, 9am-6pm, or 11am-8pm)