Quality Lab Technician

Airswift; Etowah (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Quality Lab Technician in Tennessee to support production with in-process and final product testing. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, data entry, instrument calibration, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment.

Responsibilities include sampling, laboratory data management, instrument maintenance, waste handling, and participation in continuous improvement and audits (ISO9001, Halal, Kosher).

Qualifications

• B.S. degree preferred in chemistry or related field.
• Experience in production or analytical laboratory environment preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills with ability to interpret data and make product release decisions.
• Effective verbal communication skills for reporting results to production teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data entry, and maintaining accurate records for traceability.
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety, hazardous waste handling, and SOP adherence.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, raw material, and final product testing according to methods and quality standards.
• Collect and label samples from production and storage areas, ensuring representative sampling.
• Document analyses clearly in laboratory notes and electronic databases.
• Input and maintain test data in shared drives for traceability and data integrity.
• Perform instrument calibration, standardization, and routine maintenance per SOPs.
• Monitor and manage laboratory hazardous waste streams, labeling, collection, and disposal.
• Participate in lab housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Assist in development and validation of new analytical methods as needed.
• Communicate test results promptly to production and quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement in analytical accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
• Provide support during audits (ISO9001, Halal, Kosher, internal and external).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Data entry

Verbal communication

Documentation

Education

B.S. in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Job description

Work schedule is rotating 12 hour nights and days, 7:00 to 7:00 The Qualtiy Lab Technician supports production by performing in-process and final product testing to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications. This role is responsible for accurate documentation, data entry, instrument calibration, and maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform in-process, raw material, and final product testing according to established methods and quality standards.

Collect and label samples from production and storage areas, ensuring representative sampling and proper handling.

Document all analyses clearly and accurately in laboratory notes and electronic databases.

Input and maintain test data in shared drives to ensure traceability and data integrity.

Perform instrument calibration, standardization, and routine maintenance according to SOPs.

Monitor and manage laboratory hazardous waste streams, ensuring proper labeling, collection, and disposal per regulatory and company requirements.

Participate in lab housekeeping, ensuring a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Assist in the development and validation of new analytical methods as needed.

Communicates test results promptly to production and quality teams.

Support continuous improvement efforts in analytical accuracy, efficiency, and safety.

Provide support during audits (ISO9001, Halal, Kosher, internal, and external)

REQUIREMENTS

B.S. degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred.

Experience in a production or analytical laboratory environment preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to interpret data and make product release decisions independently.

Effective verbal communication skills, including clear reporting of analytical results to production teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data entry, and maintaining accurate records to ensure data integrity and traceability.

Working knowledge of laboratory safety, hazardous waste management, and strict adherence to written procedures and SOPs.

Commitment to improving testing efficiency, equipment reliability, analytical capability, and overall quality and process understanding.

Laboratory and production facility setting involving exposure to chemicals and lab equipment.

Must follow all company safety policies, including the use of required PPE.

May involve standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Commitment to elevating safety and environmental compliance.