Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Employee Workplace; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Ins.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Employee Workplace in South Bend, IN is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician for first shift. The role focuses on quality control testing, lab instrumentation, and documenting results in SAP. The position is temporary with potential for permanent hire after six months.

Ideal candidates have QA or QC lab experience, familiarity with Excel/Word, and strong attention to detail. Physical stamina for lab work and a safety-conscious mindset are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a high school or college chemistry course required.
• Approximately 1 year of quality control lab, QA technician, laboratory technician, or QC inspection experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing to verify products meet specifications and standards.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment and instruments.
• Evaluate product characteristics including color, appearance, aroma, and quality attributes.
• Accurately document test results using computer systems, databases, and SAP.
• Investigate out-of-specification results and assist with corrective actions.
• Process and document non-conforming materials, including sampling and product disposition activities.
• Support GMP, HACCP, safety, traceability, and quality compliance programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory and communicate results with production and quality teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Chemistry course completed

Tools

SAP

Job description

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Location: South Bend, IN
Pay: $21.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Position Type: Temporary with opportunity for permanent hire after 6 months

Join a growing manufacturing team as a QA Lab Technician supporting quality control, laboratory testing, and product inspection activities. This first-shift opportunity is ideal for candidates with laboratory, quality assurance, quality control, food manufacturing, production testing, or QC inspection experience who are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

• Perform quality control testing to verify products meet specifications and standards.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment and instruments.
• Evaluate product characteristics including color, appearance, aroma, and quality attributes.
• Accurately document test results using computer systems, databases, and SAP.
• Investigate out-of-specification results and assist with corrective actions.
• Process and document non-conforming materials, including sampling and product disposition activities.
• Support GMP, HACCP, safety, traceability, and quality compliance programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory and communicate results with production and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a high school or college chemistry course required.
• Approximately 1 year of quality control lab, QA technician, laboratory technician, or QC inspection experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Work in a manufacturing environment while following safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance