LAB TECH

Fruitsmart-Inc; Grandview Township (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Ingredients is seeking a Lab Technician in Grandview, WA. The role focuses on QA/QC testing across production and sampled products, reading microbiological results, calibrating equipment, and ensuring sanitation and cleanliness in the lab.

The candidate will operate HPLC and related lab instruments, perform data entry, and generate certificate of analysis for bulk shipments while supporting general testing requirements and trials as needed.

Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience in the ingredient, beverage, or food processing industry.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of the lab equipment and the proper technique in running them.
• Ability to multi-task and handle several priorities at one time.
• Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Reliable, responsible, and organized.
• Able to lift 10+ lbs safely during a 12-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA/QC tests on products during production and in the lab.
• Read microbiological results, calibrate and clean lab equipment, verify sanitation.
• Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab instrumentation including HPLC.
• Enter data daily and prepare certificates of analysis for shipments.
• Maintain clean, organized lab spaces and assist with trials and testing requirements.

Skills

QA/QC testing

HPLC operation

Data entry

Lab equipment

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HPLC equipment

Excel

Job description

LAB TECH

Active Full Time Technical Grandview, WA, US

Salary Range: $21.08 To $24.80 Hourly

Universal Ingredients - Innovative Plant-Based Solutions for Global Industries

Universal Ingredients is a global supplier of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for human and pet consumption. With thousands of products and global sourcing capabilities, we provide customized, value-added solutions – including fruit and vegetable juices and concentrates, dehydrated ingredients, botanical extracts, flavors, and beverage systems – for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide.

Our advanced production capabilities, including aseptic beverage processing and flexible packaging solutions, enable safe, shelf-stable products with no preservatives. At the heart of our innovation is our Application Capabilities Lab, where food science experts collaborate with customers to develop market-ready solutions through product development, flavor analysis, sensory testing, and commercialization support.

Driven by innovation, sustainability, and partnership, Universal Ingredients helps customers stay ahead of evolving consumer preferences while delivering consistent quality, functionality, and performance across global markets.

Job Description For: Lab Technician

Division/Department: Operations/ Quality Assurance

Location: Grandview, WA

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Reports To: Laboratory Supervisor

• Salary/Wage- Refer to Job Classification Wage Detail
• Type of Position: Full-Time
• Hours: 40+/week: Hourly
• Annual wage review based on individual performance.
• Company sponsored bonus package dependent upon individual & company performance.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Lab Technician is responsible for all QA/QC tests done on the product. This includes tests during production at each piece of equipment, production samples and retains , and incoming products and samples. The Lab Technician is also responsible for reading microbiological results, calibrating, and cleaning the lab equipment, and verification/validation of sanitation in the plant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Testing includes but is not limited to process testing, final products, bulk storage tanks, outgoing tankers, blending, packaging and incoming products .
• Understanding and being able analyze all products including but not limited to juices, purees, dry product, oils, and incoming ingredients
• Be able to operate, calibrate and troubleshoot all production and satellite lab equipment
• HPLC operation, analysis, and interpretation of results
• Prepare and send Certificate of Analysis for bulk tanker shipments.
• Keep the lab and the sample freezers organized and clean.
• Analyze and resolve problems or assist other employees in resolving problems.
• Verify plant sanitation by inspection, ATP swabbing and Microbiology swabbing.
• Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.
• Assisting in Lab trials and special testing requirements as needed
• Daily data entry of testing results

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

• Notify the supervisor if any test is out of specifications.
• May be required to perform other tasks other than those listed.

WORK EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Two or more years’ experience in the ingredient , beverage , or food processing industry.
• Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of the lab equipment and the proper technique in running them.
• The ability to multi-task (handle several priorities at one time).
• Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Reliable, responsible, and organized
• Able to pull, push, lift 10+ lbs. safely throughout a 12-hour shift.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent or higher.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are subject to pre-employment drug testing.