The Bountiful Company, a Nestlé Health Science Company, is a pure play branded leader in global nutrition, living at the intersection of science and nature. As a manufacturer, marketer and seller of vitamins, minerals, herbal and other specialty supplements, and active nutrition products, we are focused on enhancing the health and wellness of people’s lives. The Bountiful Company’s portfolio of trusted brands includes Nature's Bounty®, Solgar®, Osteo Bi-Flex®, Puritan’s Pride®, Sundown® and Ester-C®.

Inclusion and Diversity in the workplace matters at The Bountiful Company. This includes being focused on retaining and recruiting a diverse workforce and building a culture of inclusivity. Our goal is to create a place where people feel respected, valued and able to bring their authentic selves to work each day.

Did we mention that we also offer excellent benefits, competitive compensation and a progressive, healthy company culture? If you’ve ever spent your workdays watching the clock, you know how important a positive work environment is for a person’s well-being. The Bountiful Company is committed to supporting wellness in all forms. And when it comes to wellness, nature is a pretty good place to start.

Under the direction of the QC Laboratory Supervisor, the Lab Technician is responsible for performing routine laboratory support functions, cleaning of glassware and general housekeeping. Non-routine duties are performed in a learning capacity under direct supervision. Responsibilities are focused on less complex testing and support functions.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Processes samples for chemical and/or biological analysis. This may involve collecting specialized samples in various production areas. This may also involve sample preparations for further analysis by other laboratory personnel.
• Conduct routine and laboratory support functions, such as preparation of media, reagents and standard solutions, stocking and distributing supplies and equipment and collecting, washing and storing glassware. As required, maintains related notes and records.
• Makes and records observations, performs calculations, collects and may assist in preparing data for evaluation. As required, operates personal computer and applies various software packages to input or retrieve data and information. Keeps Supervisor informed of work status.
• Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines.
• Informs Supervisor of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing.
• Reports results of assignments and maintains and performs related record keeping in compliance with approved regulatory polocies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements. Follows and complies with all appropriate SOP’s, QP’s, GMP’s and safety and health requirements as applicable.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping practices to minimize analytical mix-ups, potential laboratory contamination and safety hazards. Understanding and handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and safe techniques. Selected qualified associates at the discretion of the Quality Control Management will be responsible for handling hazardous waste management.
• Assists higher level technical and scientific personnel as needed to learn more advanced techniques, equipment, instrumentation and procedures specific to the Quality Control Department.
• Display ability in interpreting and evaluating atypical/OOS results and immediately report them to Supervisor.
• Show versatility and be able to work as a part of a team when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Ability to learn analytical skills.
• Good time management skills and have the ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be willing to work under extreme pressures and work Overtime if required.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and have good verbal communication skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Good computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel).
• Exhibit positive attitude towards work and responsibilities.
• Must be able to organize generated data, evaluate and interpret the results when compared to specifications.
• Physical demands: standing, lifting.