Lab Technician II, Food QA & Safety

Astrix Inc.; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix Inc.'s client in Mount Joy, PA, is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join the quality team on a 6-month contract to hire. The role supports food safety and QA by performing routine lab testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods, with first shift hours and a pay rate of $18–$20 per hour.

You will help maintain instrumentation, document results, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, while collaborating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related field preferred.
• Previous laboratory, quality assurance, food manufacturing, or analytical testing experience is preferred.
• Ability to accurately perform routine laboratory testing and maintain detailed documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative laboratory inspections following established procedures.
• Monitor laboratory instrumentation and perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Accurately document and communicate test results using laboratory databases and reporting systems.
• Maintain laboratory records, customer specifications, and testing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements through proper testing and documentation practices.
• Support food safety and quality initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Assist with laboratory trials, experiments, and more complex testing activities under guidance.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures, standard operating procedures, and company policies.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical manuals.
• Prepare routine reports and maintain accurate laboratory records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Astrix Inc.'s client in Mount Joy, PA, is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join the quality team on a 6-month contract to hire. The role supports food safety and QA by performing routine lab testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods, with first shift hours and a pay rate of $18–$20 per hour.

You will help maintain instrumentation, document results, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, while collaborating with cross-functional