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Systems Ally

Lab Technician (Food Science)

Pay: $19–$20/hr

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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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

Lab Technician (Food Science) Systems Ally Indianapolis, IN Job Details Contract $19 - $20 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Food quality maintenance Quality assurance experience within food and beverage industry Quality control product testing Food Science Bachelor's degree Laboratory standard operating procedures Full Job Description Laboratory Technician -

Food Safety & Quality Shift:

3 PM-11 PM EST, Mon-Fri; flexibility for weekends and day/night coverage required. Perform routine quantitative/qualitative testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products. Conduct analytical testing with intermediate supervision and support complex trials. Monitor laboratory instruments; perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance and simple repairs. Document and interpret test results in databases; communicate results to internal teams. Maintain testing specifications and required laboratory records. Follow food safety, quality, regulatory and laboratory procedures. Support compliance programs and cross-functional food/feed safety initiatives. Read and follow SOPs, safety rules, equipment instructions and maintenance procedures. Prepare routine reports and escalate complex technical issues appropriately. Prior laboratory/analytical testing experience preferred.

Pay:

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Conduct analytical testing: 1 year (Preferred) quantitative/qualitative testing of raw materials: 1 year (Preferred) Food Science or nutrition background: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Indianapolis, IN 46201 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person