Quality Control Lab Technician

I.Rice & Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Annual bonus incentives

Life insurance

Uniform program

Direct deposit with weekly pay

Job summary

I.Rice & Company seeks a Quality Control Lab Technician to support laboratory operations, QA, and production processes in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will perform routine analyses on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and environmental samples to ensure compliance with GMPs and regulatory standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, and teamwork on continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of laboratory experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and FDA regulations preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analyses on raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Conduct analytical testing including pH, titratable acidity, viscosity, and other parameters.
• Collect and evaluate production samples according to sampling plans.
• Perform environmental monitoring and sanitation verification testing.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Quality Control Lab Technician supports laboratory operations, product quality assurance, and production processes. This hands-on position is responsible for performing laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and environmental samples to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, customer, and regulatory standards. The role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and interested in supporting quality assurance processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Job and Duties

• Perform routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Conduct analytical testing including, but not limited to:
• Brix (soluble solids)
• pH
• Titratable acidity
• Viscosity
• Specific gravity
• Color evaluation
• Product Sensory
• Collect and evaluate production samples according to established sampling plans.
• Perform environmental monitoring and sanitation verification testing.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and testing solutions.
• Record test results accurately in laboratory databases and quality management systems.
• Assist in product evaluations, shelf-life studies, and validation activities.
• Verify compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA, customer specifications, and internal quality standards.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause investigations.
• Perform additional quality-related duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Combination of laboratory and production floor settings
• May require standing for extended periods and lifting materials 50 lbs.
• Adherence to safety, quality, and sanitation standards is essential
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and FDA regulations preferred.
• Associate degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Ability to interpret product specifications and testing procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Health insurance
• Various supplemental insurance policies available after 90-day introductory period
• Life insurance available after completion of 90-day introductory period
• 401-K retirement plan available after one year of employment
• Option to participate in uniform program
• Annual bonus incentives