Sr. Lab Technician

All External Jobs•Bradenton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Tropicana Brands Group is seeking a Quality Control Sr Lab Technician to support the Supply Chain team at its Bradenton, Florida manufacturing facility. The position supports both the microbiology and analytical chemistry laboratories and helps ensure company goals and initiatives are met. This is a full-time, onsite, overtime-eligible, first-shift position with a variable schedule that requires work on weekends and holidays. The technician performs laboratory testing and analysis, prepares reagents and samples, calibrates and maintains equipment, monitors instrument performance, and troubleshoots instruments. The role also includes microbiological analysis of finished products and ingredients, inventory and workspace upkeep, reporting and communicating out-of-specification results, and entering analytical results into Labware.

Requirements

At least one year of laboratory experience.
Basic understanding of liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, atomic absorption methods, and/or microbiology pour plate methods.
Live in or near Bradenton, Florida, or be willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
Willingness to work full-time onsite at the manufacturing facility.
Ability to perform physical tasks throughout the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
High school diploma or GED.
Solid understanding of basic laboratory skills and good laboratory practices.
Strong math skills and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Science-related degree.
Labware experience.

Responsibilities

Perform analytical chemistry procedures according to prescribed methods and training, including HPLC, GC, and atomic absorption analysis.
Prepare reagents for laboratory testing.
Calibrate, prepare, and maintain equipment used for laboratory analysis.
Collect samples according to the laboratory sampling plan or special requests.
Monitor equipment performance and develop proficiency in troubleshooting instruments.
Perform microbiological analysis on finished products and ingredients.
Monitor laboratory inventory and maintain adequate supplies for daily operations.
Help maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.
Prepare reports and communicate out-of-specification results.
Enter analytical results in Labware.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.