Job Description

Location: [[West Allis]]
State: [[Wisconsin]]
Country: [[United States]]

Do you want to help improve food and health around the world?
At Chr. Hansen, food and health is at the heart of everything we do and our natural ingredients are consumed by more than 1 billion people every day. As a global market leader in bioscience, we have the opportunity to address important global challenges such as food waste, healthy living and sustainable agriculture and we need the brightest and most passionate people on board to succeed. We strive to include diversity, equality and inclusion into our actions at work on a daily basis. Want to join us?

What we can offer you!

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - Starts on Day 1! Vision insurance is FREE for employees!
• 401k - up to an 8% contribution (Safe-harbor Company-contribution of 4% of annual base compensation PLUS Company-match of 66 2/3% of first 6% of employee\'s contribution)
• Work/Life Balance - Will be eligible for 10 paid Company holidays PLUS all employees start with 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (prorated in first year)
• Flexibility - Various shift options (shift premiums for off-shifts) and remote work policy
• Training & Development - In-house leadership development program & support of continuous learning (training, seminars and certifications)
• Disability Income Protection
• Health Savings (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Provided Life & AD&D Insurance 2x annual base salary
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year and approved application
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance up to $3,000 after 1 year and approved application
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with up to $1,000 in incentives
• Company-sponsored holiday party, family picnic & golf outing
• FREE Probiotics for Employees (and covered dependents)! & Discounted prices for additional purchases

At Chr. Hansen, we offer a working opportunity that you can take part in setting the agenda. In each of our 32 global offices, you will be able to experience an agile organization where takes a short way from idea to implementation. We believe that engagement matters. Our inspiring work environment and collaborative culture would allow you to continuously develop both personally and professionally. As a market leader, Chr. Hansen has constantly pioneered science for almost 150 years and expanded into new area for a more sustainable future. Our founder, Christian D. A. Hansen, was a true entrepreneur and his mentality is still very present and valued today. We keep looking for people who can take charge and come up with new ideas to strengthen our team. Join us and take part in making a meaningful difference!

General Summary

This position works under general supervision and is primarily responsible for providing technical support (such as phage testing) for the activities of the sales and marketing team and/or customers with close and direct supervision of all laboratory support functions for the Food Culture & Enzyme division.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities (* = Essential Functions)

Participates in laboratory testing as directed by senior lab staff and the Phage Lab Manager.

Participates and maintains ampoule inventory for the culture host collection used for testing.

Maintains and organizes data, including entry of data into Phage registry, documentation of lab reports, lab requisitions and files in the applicable databases. Follows-up with appropriate personnel when necessary.

Performs testing per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Phage Laboratory and enters results into applicable database for the generation of reports.

Performs general lab housekeeping.

Maintains good laboratory practices and laboratory rooms according to standard operating procedures.

Keeps lab supplies and materials well stocked and places orders when necessary.

Maintains laboratory equipment through routine maintenance and documentation.

Participates regularly in staff and other group meetings.

Perform all other duties as assigned. Reports to work on time and works overtime as required.

Keeps a log of all samples that are received into the Phage Laboratory.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to read, write and speak English is a requirement of this position.

Employee will be required to perform tests using a variety of laboratory equipment.

A highly professional manner relating to conduct, appearance and attitude must be maintained.

Ability to participate in projects.

Must have the ability to prioritize tasks and work flows.

Ability to participate in a team-driven environment, but able to work independently.

Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs. SAP experience is a plus.

These characteristics are normally acquired through a Bachelors degree in a related field, such as Microbiolgy or Food Science, and prefer a minimum of one year experience.

Working Conditions

Working environment is generally favorable and consists of a laboratory environment. Lighting, temperature and noise levels are adequate. Personal Protective Equipment is required where stated. This includes a lab coat, hair/beard net, safety glasses, and gloves.

Physical demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move materials or equipment up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and chemicals.

#LI-Onsite

Do you know someone?

If this is not the job for you, but you know someone who might fit and be interested, please feel free to share this job link. Thank you for your referral.

About Chr. Hansen

Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for over 145 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 40,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential.

We have come far on our journey, and delivered strong results, and as we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria through new technologies, there is so much more we can do. Our employees are the driving force enabling us to live our mission to pioneer microbial science to improve food, health and productivity. We work passionately, because we know we can make a difference for people, animals and plants. And ultimately for our planet. Innovating for a sustainable future is part of our culture, our history and our strategy and is embedded in our purpose: to grow a better world. Naturally.

At Chr. Hansen we place importance on diversity, equality and inclusion, and we appreciate difference in perspectives. We therefore encourage everybody to apply no matter race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, etc.

If you need more information?

Read more about a career at Chr. Hansen here:

Chr. Hansen