Quality Lab Technician: Precision QA & Testing Specialist

Hawkins, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

LTD/STD insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to inspect and verify product quality, perform sampling, analysis and internal audits across production stages in our Minnesota facilities.

You will handle receipt and release of materials, prepare Certificates of Analysis, review CoA against specs, and maintain lab equipment while adhering to ISO-like standards. The role requires a science degree and experience in regulated manufacturing; strong communication and MS Office skills are essential;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred (ISO, SQF, FAMI-Q5, IPEC, etc.).
• Experience with testing methodology and the ability to analyze and interpret results.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft applications - Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Problem solving, trouble shooting, time management and organization skills.
• Ability to communicate well with all disciplines and levels at the facility and corporate.

Responsibilities

• Provide disposition for the receipt, inspection, and release of raw, in - process, finished product, packaging materials and processing aids
• Issue, review, and file batch records, labels, facility documentation and seals for manufacturing and packaging
• Create and issue Certificates of Analysis for all shipments. Prepare other customer specific documentation or label requirements
• Review Certificates of Analysis provided with the raw material or container and verify against internal specifications.
• Review department systems to improve processes and procedures
• Maintain all laboratory equipment
• Perform and/or facilitate third party product testing on raw materials, in-process and final product
• Apply all product quality and safety standards as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications)
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as needed

Skills

Regulated manufacturing

Testing methodology

MS Office proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to inspect and verify product quality, perform sampling, analysis and internal audits across production stages in our Minnesota facilities.

You will handle receipt and release of materials, prepare Certificates of Analysis, review CoA against specs, and maintain lab equipment while adhering to ISO-like standards. The role requires a science degree and experience in regulated manufacturing; strong communication and MS Office skills are essential;