Laboratory Technician

tsu.edu; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Technician Lv1 at Food Manufacturing Company will perform routine analytical testing to support food safety and quality programs in Indianapolis, IN. The role includes equipment monitoring, calibration, and maintaining compliance with procedures.

Responsibilities cover test result entry into databases, communication with internal customers, and supporting cross-functional teams to uphold food safety culture. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in lab testing or related field.
• Ability to perform routine lab analysis with moderate supervision.
• Ability to monitor and perform basic maintenance on laboratory instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Ability to enter and maintain test results in databases.
• Ability to read and interpret: Safety rules, Operating instructions, Maintenance instructions, Laboratory procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on routine assignments and elevate complex issues appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative laboratory testing on: Raw materials, In-process materials, Final products.
• Conduct product testing under intermediate supervision.
• Monitor laboratory instrumentation and ensure proper performance.
• Perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs on analytical equipment.
• Maintain customer specification books and laboratory records.
• Interpret, document, and enter test results into databases.
• Communicate test results to internal customers as required.
• Support food safety, quality, and regulatory programs.
• Ensure testing activities comply with applicable regulations and food safety procedures.
• Support more complex trials and experiments under supervision.
• Identify and elevate complex technical, laboratory, or customer issues.
• Perform clerical, administrative, and technical support activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain and improve food safety and quality culture.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical testing

Food science

Chemistry

Documentation

Database entry

Quality procedures

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

Food science degree

Chemistry degree

Lab training

Tools

Analytical instruments

Calibration tools

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Lv1
Client: Food Manufacturing Company

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46222

**Accepting only an US Citizen or Green Card Holder

Duration: 3.5 Months - Possible Extension
Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST | Monday-Friday
Flexibility: Must be willing to work weekends and cover day/night shifts when required

Description:

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician will perform routine analytical and laboratory testing to support food safety, quality, and operational teams. The role involves product testing, laboratory equipment monitoring, documentation, calibration, and maintaining compliance with food safety and quality procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative laboratory testing on: Raw materials, In-process materials, Final products
• Conduct product testing under intermediate supervision.
• Monitor laboratory instrumentation and ensure proper performance.
• Perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs on analytical equipment.
• Maintain customer specification books and laboratory records.
• Interpret, document, and enter test results into databases.
• Communicate test results to internal customers as required.
• Support food/feed safety, quality, and regulatory programs.
• Ensure testing activities comply with applicable regulations and food safety procedures.
• Support more complex trials and experiments under supervision.
• Identify and elevate complex technical, laboratory, or customer issues.
• Perform clerical, administrative, and technical support activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain and improve food safety and quality culture.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience or education in laboratory testing, analytical testing, food science, chemistry, or a related field.
• Ability to perform routine laboratory analysis with moderate supervision.
• Ability to monitor and perform basic maintenance on laboratory instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Ability to enter and maintain test results in databases.
• Ability to read and interpret: Safety rules, Operating instructions, Maintenance instructions, Laboratory procedures
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on routine assignments and elevate complex issues appropriately.

Work Requirements

• Onsite position in Indianapolis, IN.
• Regular schedule: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday-Friday.
• Must be flexible to work weekends when required.
• Must be flexible to cover day or night shifts based on business needs.