Laboratory Technician – Beverage Analysis & Fermentation

Oregon Section Institute of Food Technologists (OSIFT); Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brew Dr. Kombucha is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform and coordinate product analysis, working closely with production and quality teams.

The role involves analyzing samples, monitoring fermentation, operating Admeo and Anton Paar, entering lab data, and supporting food safety tasks. This is a full-time, on-site position in Tualatin, Oregon, reporting to the FSQA Manager in Technical Services.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain an organized and efficient workflow with high accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks from the FSQA Manager.
• Proficiency in writing and composition, including clear reports and charts.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and safely in a lab and production environment.
• Ability to perform arithmetic and basic statistical analysis of trial data.
• Educational background in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Enology, Brewing or related discipline preferred.
• Previous lab experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples and report findings.
• Monitor fermentation tanks, perform sensory analysis, and collect samples.
• Operate Admeo and Anton Paar for daily analysis, calibration, and routine maintenance.
• Interpret and enter lab data.
• Generate Process Control Documents as needed.
• Act as back-up to the Quality Technician for crucial food safety functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Team collaboration

Statistical analysis

Lab safety

Education

Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Enology, Brewing or related discipline

Tools

Admeo

Anton Paar

Job description

Brew Dr. Kombucha is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform and coordinate product analysis, working closely with production and quality teams.

The role involves analyzing samples, monitoring fermentation, operating Admeo and Anton Paar, entering lab data, and supporting food safety tasks. This is a full-time, on-site position in Tualatin, Oregon, reporting to the FSQA Manager in Technical Services.