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MOUNT JOY, PA, US

Thursday, Sep 10, 2026

Salary :

17.54 - 22.25

Hourly Job Summary:

Seeking a hardworking and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support our Food Safety, Quality, and Operations teams with 2-3 years minimal quality laboratory testing experience. We are seeking a hardworking and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support our Food Safety, Quality, and Operations teams Responsible for performing routine analytical and laboratory testing, monitoring instrumentation performance, documenting results, and supporting food safety and quality programs. Able to work independently with minimal supervision, accurately interpret procedures and specifications, and communicate results effectively across the organization. Perform routine quantitative and qualitative inspections and laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished products. Conduct analytical testing under intermediate supervision while supporting more complex trials and experiments. Complete product testing and accurately document results in databases and laboratory systems. Communicate testing results to internal customers and cross-functional teams as required. Monitor laboratory instrumentation performance and perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting/repairs. Maintain customer specifications and laboratory documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance. Support and promote a strong food safety, quality, and regulatory culture across the facility. Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and laboratory procedures. Interpret and follow testing programs, specifications, and written procedures with limited oversight. Handle routine clerical, administrative, technical, and customer support activities while escalating complex issues when necessary. Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, specifications, and procedural documentation. Prepare routine reports, records, and correspondence.

Qualifications :

Quality laboratory testing experience and demonstrate competency in most, if not all, of the following: Karl Fischer moisture analysis NIR fat analysis Brookfield viscosity testing Fineness analysis Sanitary tank and product sampling Strong ability to read, understand, and apply written programs, procedures, and specifications. Ability to independently interpret procedural requirements and take appropriate action based on documented expectations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail and commitment to compliance and quality standards. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after training. 2-3 years minimal quality laboratory testing experience. Preferred Qualifications Environmental monitoring and swabbing experience. SAP experience, particularly with: Quality result entry, Microbiological result entry, Product review and release, Product hold management, SAP TC2 transactions Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or other quality systems related to product review and release.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance:

Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. 401(k)

Plan:

The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.