Quality Control Lab Technician

I.Rice & Company, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Health insurance

Supplemental insurance

Life insurance

401K

Uniform program

Annual bonus

Job summary

I.Rice & Company, Inc. seeks a Quality Control Lab Technician to support laboratory operations, QA, and production in a food manufacturing environment in Philadelphia.

You will perform routine analyses on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. Responsibilities include calibrating instruments, recording results, assisting with shelf-life studies, and ensuring compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and FDA standards.

Qualifications

• Performs routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products
• Keeps accurate records in laboratory databases and quality management systems
• Calibrates and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment
• Ensures compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and FDA standards

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products
• Conduct analytical testing including Brix, pH, titratable acidity, viscosity, specific gravity, color evaluation, and product sensory
• Collect and evaluate production samples according to established sampling plans
• Perform environmental monitoring and sanitation verification testing
• 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

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical testing

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, 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.

Benefits

• - 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