Quality Control Lab Technician (Temporary)
About The Position
Kate Farms is seeking a temporary Quality Control Lab Technician to join our Quality and Regulatory Affairs team through the end of 2026. This six-month assignment will provide additional laboratory support for commercial product testing and Quality Control operations. In this role, you will perform physical laboratory testing, support product release activities, maintain laboratory equipment, manage samples and supplies, and assist with data entry and documentation. Working alongside our Quality Control team, you'll help ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards for quality, safety, and performance. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to gain experience in the food and nutrition industry. This is a temporary position expected to continue through December 31, 2026, and is based on-site at our Innovation & Quality Center in Goleta, California.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- One to three years of laboratory, quality control, or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently after initial training and manage multiple laboratory priorities with minimal supervision.
- Confidence working in a laboratory environment and handling biological and chemical materials safely.
- Experience following SOPs and documenting laboratory results with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Basic math proficiency and experience using Microsoft Excel.
- Self-motivation to manage time and prioritize changing workloads.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Capacity to demonstrate a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Strong commitment to company mission and values.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Capability to respectfully share and accept feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related scientific field preferred.
- Experience in a food, beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other GMP-regulated environment is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine finished product testing following established SOPs.
- Conduct physical testing including pH, viscosity, density, solids analysis, and other laboratory evaluations.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Record test results accurately within LIMS and report any out-of-specification results.
- Assist with investigations and documentation as needed.
- Support third-party laboratory sample submissions, shipping, tracking, and data management.
- Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and retention samples.
- Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and all food safety and quality procedures.
- Handle and dispose of laboratory materials in accordance with safety regulations.
- Assist with additional Quality Control projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
