Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician (1st or 3rd Shift)

Work Schedule & Shift Details

This position follows a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, with four days on followed by four days off.

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM OR Night Shift: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Schedule: 4 days on / 4 days off
• Day Shift Coverage: Day Shift Employees may participate in an on-call rotation to provide vacation coverage, including working additional days when coverage is needed.
• Pay Range: $21/hr - $23.50/hr
• Location: Dayton, OH
• Duration - 1 year contract with possibilities of extension

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hardworking Laboratory Technician to support food safety, quality, and operational teams through routine analytical testing and product inspections. This role involves testing raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, monitoring laboratory instrumentation, documenting results, and supporting compliance with food safety and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, follows established testing procedures, and can work independently on routine analyses while supporting more complex testing activities under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests and inspections on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Conduct routine analytical testing to support food safety, quality assurance, and operational activities.
• Monitor laboratory instrumentation performance and perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs as required.
• Accurately record, interpret, and document test results in laboratory databases and other designated systems.
• Communicate testing results to internal teams and other stakeholders as needed.
• Support complex trials, experiments, and testing activities under appropriate supervision.
• Maintain and update customer specification books and laboratory documentation.
• Follow established procedures, safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable food safety, quality, regulatory, and procedural requirements.
• Support the development and maintenance of a strong food safety and quality culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Prepare routine reports and correspondence related to laboratory testing.
• Address routine technical, administrative, and customer support issues, escalating complex concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a science-related degree or relevant laboratory training is beneficial.
• Experience in laboratory testing, quality control, food safety, or a related environment preferred.
• Familiarity with routine analytical testing and laboratory procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation, calibration, and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to document results accurately and maintain organized records.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with databases and other documentation systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify unusual results or equipment issues.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on routine tasks and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a food, feed, agriculture, manufacturing, or quality control laboratory.
• Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative testing methods.
• Experience testing raw materials, in-process products, or finished goods.
• Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance procedures.
• Experience with laboratory equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience using laboratory databases or electronic testing systems.

Pay: $21.00 - $23.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person