Laboratory Technician I — Benefits (PTO, Tuition)

Agropur, inc.; Lake Norden (SD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) with company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement Opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

Agropur is hiring a laboratory technician to perform sample preparation and testing, operate and maintain lab equipment, and document results. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to GLP/GMP and SOPs.

The position offers a starting rate of $22.59/hour with a $1.50/hour night shift differential, generous PTO, medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or coursework in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology preferred.
• Equivalent mix of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test chemistry and/or physical samples.
• Operate, calibrate, clean and maintain lab equipment.
• Analyze and report data, confirm with senior staff.
• Document data accurately in logs, spreadsheets and systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and restock supplies; follow SOPs and GMP/GLP.
• Adhere to safety protocols and keep the workspace hazard-free.
• Troubleshoot with supervision and follow safety policies.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reading and following procedures

Attention to detail

Data entry and documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or coursework in Food Science/Chemistry/Biology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Field-specific software

Job description

Agropur is hiring a laboratory technician to perform sample preparation and testing, operate and maintain lab equipment, and document results. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to GLP/GMP and SOPs.

The position offers a starting rate of $22.59/hour with a $1.50/hour night shift differential, generous PTO, medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.