Laboratory Technician Lv1

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Lv1

Client: Food Manufacturing Company
Duration: 7 Months
Location: Elk River, MN 55330
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Description:

Job Summary

Entry-level laboratory role performing routine food and feed testing to support food safety, quality, and operations. Responsibilities include sample preparation, equipment monitoring, result documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

·         Perform routine analytical testing on food and feed products.

·         Test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.

·         Prepare samples using laboratory grinding equipment.

·         Monitor laboratory instruments and equipment performance.

·         Perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and simple repairs.

·         Interpret and accurately document laboratory test results.

·         Enter results into laboratory databases and communicate findings to internal teams.

·         Maintain customer specification books and laboratory documentation.

·         Conduct quantitative and qualitative laboratory inspections.

·         Support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

·         Assist with complex laboratory trials and experiments under supervision.

·         Perform routine clerical, administrative, and technical laboratory tasks.

·         Read and follow safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and laboratory procedures.

·         Write routine reports and correspondence.

·         Escalate complex technical issues to appropriate personnel.