Labotary Technician - 1st Shift

Bell & Evans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Evans in Fredericksburg, PA is seeking a Laboratory Technician I on the 1st shift to perform routine microbiological, chemical, and organoleptic testing to support Food Safety, Quality Assurance, Hatchery, Live Operations, and Research & Development.

This entry-level role emphasizes developing foundational laboratory skills, accurately executing established procedures, and contributing to daily lab operation and upkeep.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Associate’s degree, or certificate in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field.
• Basic proficiency in laboratory techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and communication tools.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• ISO 17025 or LIMS experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Routine Microbiological and Chemical Testing: Perform qualitative and quantitative microbial analyses and basic chemical analyses (moisture, fat, protein, ash, pH, etc.).
• New Product Development Support: Participate in sensory analyses and shelf-life studies.
• Laboratory Operations: Maintain inventory, prepare media and reagents, monitor instruments, follow cleaning schedules.
• Quality & Compliance: Follow GLPs, participate in proficiency testing, and document results; assist with audits and internal projects.

Skills

Lab techniques

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s/Associate’s degree or certificate in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Labotary Technician - 1st Shift

Lab Full-time Regular Indirect Labor Fredericksburg, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4820

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for performing routine microbiological, chemical, and organoleptic testing to support the Food Safety/Quality Assurance, Hatchery, Live Operations, and Research and Development departments by performing microbiological, chemical, and organoleptic analysis on product and environmental samples. This position focuses on developing foundational laboratory skills, accurately executing established procedures, and contributing to the daily operation and upkeep of the laboratory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Routine Microbiological and Chemical Testing

• Perform and interpret qualitative and quantitative microbial analyses on product and environmental samples (e.g., Salmonella, Campylobacter, Staphylococcus, E. coli, yeast and mold).
• Conduct basic chemical analyses such as moisture, fat, protein, ash, free fatty acids, peroxide value, and pH.

2. New Product Development Support

• Participate in scheduled sensory analyses.
• Assist with shelf-life studies.

3. Laboratory Operations

• Maintain inventory of testing supplies.
• Prepare media and reagents as instructed.
• Perform basic monitoring of instrument functionality and calibration status.
• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules to maintain a safe work environment.

4. Quality & Compliance

• Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
• Participate in proficiency testing programs.
• Support quality initiatives through accurate test execution and consistent documentation.
• Communicate testing failures and errors to appropriate departments.
• Participate in internal audits, projects, and departmental meetings as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Associate’s degree, or certificate in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field.
• Basic proficiency in laboratory techniques preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and communication tools.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• ISO 17025 or LIMS experience preferred but not required.