QA Lab Tech

Socket.dev; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Masterson Foods is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative tests on food products, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role involves documenting results, isolating non-conforming products, and maintaining shelf life samples.

You will operate lab equipment (Viscometer, Refractometer, pH meters, Hunter Colorimeter, Aqualab CX2), calibrate instruments, and uphold safety and continuous improvement policies in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in food science or related field; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 1 year of equivalent experience; food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Better Processing Control School preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices; Aseptic microbiological techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verifies batch samples and conducts analytical testing to ensure specs are met (pH, viscosity, color, flavor, aw, brix, drain weight).
• Records test results in a consistent and accurate manner.
• Isolates non-conforming product per procedures.
• Maintains product shelf life samples.
• Operates lab equipment (Viscometer, Refractometer, pH meters, Hunter Colorimeter, Aqualab CX2).
• Calibrates laboratory equipment at specified frequencies.
• Responsible for safety, continuous improvement, and adherence to policies.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Analytical testing

Documentation

Lab safety

Calibration

Quality control

Education

Associate degree in food science

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Better Processing Control School preferred

GLP knowledge preferred

Tools

Viscometer

Refractometer

pH Meters

Hunter Colorimeter

Aqualab CX2

Job description

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician is responsible for conducting standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food products to ensure compliance with company, customer, or government quality standards. This position also manages the process of product non-conformities and accurate documentation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Verifies all batch samples are received and conducts analytical testing of finished goods to ensure all product specifications are met. Tests include but are not limited to: pH, viscosity, color, flavor, aw, brix and drain weight.
• Records test results in a consistent and accurate manner.
• Isolates non-conforming product in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains product shelf life samples.
• Operates laboratory equipment and instruments in accordance with established procedures. To include but are not limited to: Viscometer, Refractometer, pH Meters, Hunter Colorimeter and Aqualab CX2.
• Calibrates laboratory equipment at specified frequencies.
• Responsible for all aspects of safety, continuous improvement/efficiency improvement and adhering to policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in food science or related field; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 1 year of equivalent experience; food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Better Processing Control School preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices. Knowledge of Aseptic microbiological techniques preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Family-owned for over 150 years Masterson Foods has a rich history and reputation as a quality supplier of premium sweet and savory food products. We are a recognized leader in supplying sweet and savory food products and customized manufacturing solutions to the restaurant, packaged ice cream, and contract manufacturing segments of the food industry. Our family-owned company, through a process of continuous improvement and renewal, will exceed the expectations of our customers, employees, and community. We are committed to being a good neighbor, an attractive and ethical place to work, and an attentive supplier

Masterson Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.