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Job Title: Lab Technician

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for performing routine and specialized physical, chemical, and microbiological testing of raw materials, finished products, and associated items to ensure compliance with company, regulatory, and customer quality standards. This role supports production by providing timely and accurate data, maintaining laboratory equipment, and documenting results in accordance with food safety, SQF, HACCP, GMP, and other regulatory requirements. The technician plays a key role in continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with production and quality teams to maintain product integrity and safety.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct microbiological, chemical, and physical testing on raw materials, finished products, and mixes.

+ Perform specialized testing including FOSS FT-120, CEM analysis, and plating for SPC, Coliform, yeast, and mold.

+ Record, analyze, and report test results, promptly addressing deviations or non-conformities.

+ Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring schedules are followed.

+ Assist in investigations related to product quality or process deviations.

+ Follow sanitary procedures and food processing quality control methodologies.

+ Standardize mixes and collect line samples to ensure consistency and compliance.

+ Collaborate with production and quality teams to support product safety and continuous improvement.

+ Assist in developing and validating new testing methods and procedures.

+ Adhere to GMP, safety regulations, and company policies at all times.

+ Perform multiple tasks simultaneously, including lifting up to 50-pound dairy cases or boxes, and working long hours on feet.

+ Accomplish other duties as assigned to support laboratory and production operations.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline preferred.

+ Alternatively, a high school diploma or 2-year college studies in microbiology, chemistry, or lab sciences with 1–2 years of laboratory or quality assurance experience in dairy, aseptic manufacturing, food manufacturing, or related industry.

+ Experience with microbiological and chemical testing methods required.

+ Familiarity with food safety and quality standards including SQF, HACCP, and GMP.

+ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with ability to form sound conclusions and initiate corrective actions.

+ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Proficiency in laboratory techniques such as pipetting, wet chemistry, titration, and using equipment like HPLC.

+ Experience in quality control and assurance in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

Work is conducted in a climate-controlled manufacturing plant with two separate labs for aseptic and extended shelf life products. Currently, a new lab is under construction to combine these facilities. The position requires availability for 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) and 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM). Days of the week worked may vary, and some weekend work is required based on schedule availability.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Richmond, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43160.00 - $43160.00/yr.

Company Offers: Pro rated PTO and personal time Paid holidays and additional compensation if having to work the holiday Health Benefits Dental Vision 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.