Night Shift QC Technician I — Lab Quality & Testing

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Harbor Beach (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Structured environment

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician I for Harbor Beach, MI. In this role you will perform routine tests on raw materials and finished products, monitor key quality parameters, and assist with calibration of lab instruments.

You will document results and support QC reviews to ensure products meet specifications. Training is provided, and you will join a collaborative team focused on accuracy, process improvements, and reliable quality in a night-shift

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory or scientific work, especially in food, chemical, or microbiological testing.
• Ability to follow established procedures and troubleshoot simple equipment issues.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and measurement skills.
• Willingness to work night shift.

Responsibilities

• Test raw materials and finished products (texture, moisture, pH, salt, acidity).
• Perform microbiological analyses (plate counts, swabbing).
• Calibrate and maintain lab instruments.
• Document and interpret test results with clear records.
• Review materials for quality compliance and manage inventory status.
• Organize sensory panels to evaluate product characteristics.
• Collaborate with team on process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Lab background

Procedural adherence

Multitasking

Math & documentation

Education

Science degree helpful

Tools

Lab instruments

Aseptic technique

Calibration equipment

Job description

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician I for Harbor Beach, MI. In this role you will perform routine tests on raw materials and finished products, monitor key quality parameters, and assist with calibration of lab instruments.

You will document results and support QC reviews to ensure products meet specifications. Training is provided, and you will join a collaborative team focused on accuracy, process improvements, and reliable quality in a night-shift