Quality Lab Technician

Kerry • Rochester, MN

33d • $27 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division, specializing in fermented ingredients for the bio-science industry. We’re proud of our clean-label, natural products and our commitment to freshness and quality. The shift is 5:30 PM to 5:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule rotation. The pay rate for this role is $27.00 - $29.00 hourly.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, or a related scientific field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered based on role requirements.
• 0–2 years laboratory or manufacturing quality experience acceptable.
• Working knowledge of analytical laboratory practices and safe chemical handling.
• Familiarity with GMPs and food safety fundamentals (including sanitation verification, CCP awareness, and packaging/label controls).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and checklists precisely.
• Ability to maintain data integrity and produce audit-ready documentation.
• Proficiency with computers and common office/lab software; ability to learn site systems used for lab documentation and release support.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to escalate issues promptly and professionally.
• Strong organization and time-management skills; able to prioritize competing tasks and meet deadlines with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work in a food manufacturing and laboratory environment.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; perform repetitive motions; and lift/carry typical lab items consistent with site safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• 2–5 years experience in an analytical, manufacturing QC, or food laboratory environment preferred.
• Experience with laboratory instruments, sanitation verification activities (e.g., ATP/micro swabs), and working to production-driven timelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, logs, and prioritizes samples according to site requirements and production/release needs.
• Prepares samples using approved methods, including appropriate extraction and preparation steps where required.
• Performs routine analytical tests using assigned laboratory instruments and approved work instructions/checklists.
• Prepares and verifies standards, controls, and other quality checks required by methods.
• Performs repeat testing and verification activities when results are suspect, abnormal, or out of specification (OOS), following site procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree