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Rose International

Food Quality Lab Technician - Food Safety & Testing

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What they do

A Food or Agricultural Technician assists agricultural and food scientists with research and testing related to safety and quality control. May focus on testing and lab analysis for animal crops and animal feed, or focus on testing and lab analysis for food, food crops, processed food, food additives and food containers.

$42,223 / year median in Indiana

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Required Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Requirements:
  • Experience performing routine laboratory testing and analysis, preferably in a food, feed, manufacturing, or quality-control environment
  • Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products
  • Experience monitoring laboratory instrumentation and performing calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting/repairs
  • Ability to accurately document and enter test results into databases and laboratory records
  • Knowledge of food safety, quality, regulatory requirements, and laboratory procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical manuals
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently under general/intermediate supervision and escalate complex issues appropriatelyOverview (Laboratory Technician)The Laboratory Technician will perform routine analytical and laboratory testing to support food safety, quality, and operational teams.
This role will test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products; monitor and maintain laboratory equipment; document and communicate test results; and ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities
  • Perform routine quantitative and qualitative laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products
  • Conduct product analysis and testing according to established procedures and specifications
  • Monitor laboratory instrumentation performance and perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs
  • Accurately record, interpret, and enter test results into databases and other quality records
  • Communicate laboratory and testing results to internal customers and appropriate stakeholders
  • Maintain current customer specification books and related laboratory documentation
  • Ensure testing activities comply with applicable food safety, quality, regulatory, and procedural requirements
  • Support more complex laboratory trials and experiments under appropriate supervision
  • Help promote and maintain a strong food/feed safety, quality, and regulatory culture through cross-functional collaboration
  • Identify discrepancies or issues and escalate complex technical or quality concerns to the appropriate personnel
  • Prepare routine reports, correspondence, and other documentation as required
  • Provide general clerical, administrative, technical, and customer support related to laboratory operations
  • Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
  • Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.