Quality Lab Technologist

Land O'Lakes; Arden Hills (MN); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. seeks a Quality Lab Technologist to perform analytical work using NIR instrumentation, supporting feed ingredient testing and the Oilmeal Program on-site in Arden Hills, MN. The role emphasizes accuracy, data handling, and collaboration with internal lab customers.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree plus experience or a related bachelor's degree, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related technical field with 3+ years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in animal feed, feed ingredients, agriculture, or food industry is preferred.
• Proficiency with NIR instrumentation and basic knowledge of NIR applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses using NIR instrumentation.
• Organize, test, and communicate results for hundreds of feed ingredient samples weekly.
• Manage activities related to the Oilmeal Program and internal lab customers.
• Follow laboratory procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure testing is completed efficiently and accurately.
• Develop knowledge of NIR technology, instrumentation and calibration.
• Build basic NIR calibration models as expertise grows.
• Provide technical support to NIR users and internal partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field + 3+ years experience

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

NIR instrumentation

Job description

Quality Lab Technologist

Quality Lab Technologist

$24-$27/hour based on experience | Monday-Friday | Flexible schedule between 6:00 AM-4:00 PM | On-Site - Arden Hills, MN

Make an Impact Through Science & Innovation

Are you a detail-oriented, analytical professional who enjoys working with technology, data, and problem-solving? Are you interested in NIR technology, animal feed, agriculture, food science, or laboratory operations?

Join our team as a Quality Lab Technologist and play an important role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of feed ingredients. You'll work with advanced NIR instrumentation, support laboratory testing programs, and have the opportunity to develop specialized technical expertise.

What You'll Do

• Perform laboratory analyses using NIR (Near Infrared) instrumentation
• Organize, test, and communicate results for hundreds of feed ingredient samples weekly
• Manage activities associated with the Oilmeal Program
• Support Feed Ingredient NIR Programs and internal laboratory customers
• Follow laboratory procedures and maintain accurate documentation
• Ensure testing is completed efficiently and accuratelyDevelop knowledge of NIR technology, instrumentation and calibration
• Build basic NIR calibration models as your expertise grows
• Provide technical support to NIR users and internal partners
• Communicate results clearly and meet established deadlines

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work efficiently
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Required Education & Experience

• Associate's degree in a related technical field plus 3+ years of relevant experience in animal feed, feed ingredients, agriculture, food or a related industry; OR
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field
• 1+ year of NIR experience
• Experience in animal feed, feed ingredients, agriculture, food science or a related industry
• Basic knowledge of NIR instrumentation and applications
• Laboratory testing, data analysis or quality experience

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to build specialized expertise in NIR technology while working with real-world data and contributing to the quality and performance of feed ingredients. If you enjoy science, technology, problem-solving and continuous learning , we'd love to hear from you!

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.