Quality Lab Technician

Manpower, Inc.; Elk Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Not disclosed company in Elk Rapids, MI is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to join their Quality team supporting production operations. You will follow recipe cards to maintain consistent product quality, complete QA checks every 30 minutes, and report findings to the line supervisor and QA supervisor.

The role offers full-time hours with a 7:00am–3:30pm schedule Monday through Friday, and opportunities to participate in audits and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail to catch issues and maintain quality.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift 8-10 lbs daily.
• Good written and verbal communication for reporting.
• Willingness to learn food production processes and quality expectations.
• Organized with time management and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe cards to support product quality.
• Complete quality assurance checks every 30 minutes to verify products meet standards.
• Communicate in detail with the line supervisor and Quality Assurance Supervisor when a QA check is not within range per the recipe card.
• Assist with performing regular audits to ensure products comply with company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Standing/walking/lifting

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Organization/time management

Job description

Our client, a local leader in food manufacturing, is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to join their team. As a Quality Lab Technician, you will be part of the Quality team supporting production operations.

Job Title: Quality Lab Technician

Location: Elk Rapids, MI

Pay Range: $17.00- $20.00 per hour, based on experience

Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday

What's the Job?

• Follow a recipe card carefully to support consistent product quality.


• Complete quality assurance checks every 30 minutes to verify products meet standards.


• Communicate in detail with the line supervisor and Quality Assurance Supervisor when a quality assurance check is not within range per the recipe card.


• Assist with performing regular audits to ensure products comply with company standards.


• Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth operations.

What's Needed?

• Excellent attention to detail to catch issues early and maintain quality.


• Ability to stand, walk, and lift 8-10 lbs daily.


• Good written and verbal communication skills for accurate reporting and clear updates.


• Willingness to learn food production processes and quality expectations.


• Organized, effective time management and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

What's in it for me?

• Full-time work with 40+ hours per week.


• Clear quality-focused responsibilities that help you make a direct impact on product standards.


• Collaboration with the Quality Assurance Supervisor, managers, line supervisors, and teammates.


• Opportunities to support audits and continuous improvement through hands‑on quality work.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans


• Supplemental Life Insurance


• Short Term Disability Insurance


• 401(k)