Tech-Lab QA-3rd Shift

OSI Careers•Fort Atkinson, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance (QA) Lab Technician performs routine and specialized laboratory testing to help ensure product quality and compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards. The role collects, prepares, and analyzes samples from raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, and supports food safety and quality initiatives by maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment. This is an individual-contributor position with no direct reports.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
High attention to detail and strong observational skills.
Ability to work in cold or refrigerated environments.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, which may include lifting up to 50 pounds; bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching or reaching; using hands or fingers; talking, hearing, and feeling objects, tools, and controls; and standing or walking on concrete flooring for more than four hours.

Nice To Haves

0–1 years of experience in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform chemical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished products, including fat, moisture, salt, and pH testing.
Record, interpret, and verify test results against established specifications and standards.
Immediately notify management of non-conforming results and assist with follow-up investigations.
Enter test results and sample data into OSI’s system.
Maintain organized laboratory records to support traceability and regulatory compliance.
Assemble, package, and prepare samples for shipment to external laboratories.
Perform routine quality control checks, calibration, and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Report equipment malfunctions or concerns to management.
Clean and sanitize laboratory equipment and tools according to standard procedures.
Remove waste, clean spills promptly, and maintain a safe, orderly, and hygienic work environment.
Collaborate with QA, Production, and Operations teams to support quality objectives.
Participate in internal audits, inspections, and training as required.
Understand and practice appropriate safety procedures through education, training, use of protective equipment as applicable, and compliance with safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.