Temp Lab Tech I

Job Description Job #: 205845

Title:

Temp Lab Tech I

Location:

Antigo

Salary Range:

$20.50/hr

Description:

We are seeking candidates for a Lab Tech within the food manufacturing industry. Pay is $20.50/hour with Monday-Friday hours working 6am-2pm through August 2026.

Summary:

The Laboratory Technician I provides laboratory and quality support through routine microbiological and chemical testing, HACCP monitoring, data entry, and sample preparation to ensure food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational quality standards

Essential Duties:

Other duties may be assigned. Conducts basic microbiological or chemical analysis testing on in-process and finished product to support operational needs and ensure regulatory and customer compliance. Provides Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan related production support such as phosphatase testing and environmental monitoring. Performs microbiological analysis of production equipment and environment to ensure safe food production. Accurately enters data into company databases for finished product testing, environmental monitoring, and other quality-related activities. Prepares laboratory testing materials and samples for external laboratory testing. Assists with quality projects and studies through sample collection, preparation, and documentation of results. Maintains the QA sample retain library, including rotation, cleaning, and organization. Ensures laboratory supplies are stocked and rotated; reports low inventory to the Laboratory Technician II or Laboratory Supervisor. Promptly reports any food safety or quality concerns to management or authorized individuals.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience working in a laboratory setting is preferred. Other knowledge, skills and abilities: Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company's culture. Core values are family, commitment, authenticity, ingenuity, integrity, and humility. Interest in microbiological and chemical testing, with the ability and willingness to learn laboratory techniques and good laboratory practices (GLP). Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for weights, dilutions, and counts. Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and capable of learning lab data systems. Ability to accurately perform routine testing following standard operating procedures (SOPs). Recognizes potential issues or nonconforming results and promptly reports them to senior technicians or supervisors. Demonstrates accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail in all work. Ability to read and follow written procedures and work instructions. Communicates clearly with team members and supports a collaborative work environment. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and draw conclusions. Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with established procedures and priorities. Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment consistent with all quality and food safety standards

Requirements:

Interested candidates can apply on-line at www.flexstaff.com or submit a resume to stevenspoint@flexstaff.com #StevensPoint!