Food Quality Lab Tech - QA & Compliance

Arthur Schuman Master; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with 4.5% employer contrib

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Schuman Cheese in Elgin, IL is seeking a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician to help ensure food safety and product quality. You will perform required tests on raw materials and finished goods, document results, and support the site's hold and release program.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work with SOPs in a lab and production environment. This is a full-time hourly position with potential weekend shifts based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in lab tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform required testing on raw materials and finished goods.
• Follow SOPs and GMP/GLP with proper documentation.
• Conduct pH, moisture, salt and fat testing as required by specs.
• Enter data and maintain laboratory records.
• Assist with sampling, inspection and hold/release activities.
• Support audits by providing required documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Effective collaboration

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Food manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schuman Cheese in Elgin, IL is seeking a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician to help ensure food safety and product quality. You will perform required tests on raw materials and finished goods, document results, and support the site's hold and release program.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work with SOPs in a lab and production environment. This is a full-time hourly position with potential weekend shifts based on production needs.