Laboratory Technicians

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lab Technician to support product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing analytical, microbiological, and quality testing on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and packaging materials to ensure products meet established quality standards. We are currently looking for candidates open to second and third shifts.

The Lab Technician will work closely with Quality, Production, and Operations teams to support product release decisions, investigate quality issues, and maintain compliance with regulatory and food safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and packaging components.
• Conduct microbiological, chemical, and analytical testing to verify compliance with specifications and regulatory standards.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, including pH meters, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs (GC), and other analytical instruments.
• Collect, prepare, and document samples according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Perform quality inspections and compliance testing required for product release.
• Accurately record, analyze, and report test results while maintaining organized laboratory records.
• Identify and communicate out-of-specification results, process deviations, and quality concerns.
• Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all GMP, food safety, laboratory safety, and quality management procedures.
• Support special projects and additional laboratory activities as needed.

QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.

Experience

• 0 to 1 year of laboratory, quality, research, manufacturing, or related experience.
• Internship, co-op, academic laboratory, or undergraduate research experience is welcomed.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with laboratory testing methods and analytical techniques.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as GC, HPLC, UV-Vis, or similar equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of wet chemistry procedures, sample preparation, and pH analysis.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and interpret data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, or manufacturing laboratory.
• Understanding of GMP, HACCP, food safety programs, and quality systems.
• Knowledge of microbiological testing methods and laboratory best practices.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person