Quality Control Technician - Food & Ingredient Lab

Balchem Corporation; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Balchem Corporation in Defiance, OH is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform physical and chemical analysis on raw materials and product samples under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager. Accurate data handling and GMP adherence are essential.

You will record results, maintain lab equipment, and support QA with timely reports. The role requires familiarity with Excel, Word, and Outlook, plus the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience testing and recording test results.
• Familiar with Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Science background preferred; experience with laboratory equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and communicate results clearly.
• Strong mathematical calculation ability.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples for analysis and distributes them appropriately.
• Performs chemical and physical analysis on samples according to lab procedures.
• Records all product analysis according to protocols and data entry systems.
• Communicates test results and procedures clearly to QA Manager and team.
• Cleans and maintains lab equipment and workstation.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Testing

Data entry

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Balchem Corporation in Defiance, OH is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform physical and chemical analysis on raw materials and product samples under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager. Accurate data handling and GMP adherence are essential.

You will record results, maintain lab equipment, and support QA with timely reports. The role requires familiarity with Excel, Word, and Outlook, plus the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.