QA/QC Lab Technician — Drive Production Quality

AgCertain Industries; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AgCertain Industries in Boone, IA is seeking a Lab Technician I to execute Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs daily, ensuring production quantity and quality meet targets. You will maintain analytical throughput to align with production pace and support company policies and objectives.

You will operate safely, perform SOP-based testing, document results, prepare CoAs for approvals, and collaborate with production teams to apply QA/QC procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a relevant scientific/technical field is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in academic, chemical, and/or commercial lab environments is desirable.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work safely in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely in all AgCertain environments and adhere to safety protocols.
• Demonstrate understanding of laboratory QA/QC practices.
• Collect samples and perform analytical tests per SOPs.
• Prepare CoAs for product release and ensure timely documentation.
• Record data accurately in paper and electronic forms.
• Communicate with production to implement QA/QC policies.
• Handle and store chemicals per safety instructions.
• Coordinate with third-party labs for outside testing services.
• Participate in trainings and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality control

Lab practices

Data recording

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Automated lab instruments

Job description

AgCertain Industries in Boone, IA is seeking a Lab Technician I to execute Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs daily, ensuring production quantity and quality meet targets. You will maintain analytical throughput to align with production pace and support company policies and objectives.

You will operate safely, perform SOP-based testing, document results, prepare CoAs for approvals, and collaborate with production teams to apply QA/QC procedures.