Scientific - Laboratory Technician Lv2

TALENT Software Services; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services is seeking a diligent Laboratory Technician to support Food Safety, Quality, and Operations with 2–3 years of quality lab testing experience. The role involves routine analytical testing, instrument monitoring, results documentation, and supporting programs.

The successful candidate will work independently post-training, interpret procedures, and communicate results across the organization while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality laboratory testing, with 2–3 years minimum.
• Ability to interpret procedures and apply specifications accurately.
• Strong documentation and data entry skills.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision after training.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative testing on materials and products.
• Conduct analytical testing under supervision and support more complex trials.
• Document results in databases and lab systems accurately.
• Communicate results to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.

Skills

Independent work

Reading procedures

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Quality compliance

Tools

Karl Fischer moisture analysis

NIR fat analysis

Brookfield viscosity testing

Fineness analysis

Sanitary tank and product sampling

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a hardworking and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support our Food Safety, Quality, and Operations teams with 2-3 years minimal quality laboratory testing experience. This role is responsible for performing routine analytical and laboratory testing, monitoring instrumentation performance, documenting results, and supporting food safety and quality programs. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision, accurately interpret procedures and specifications, and communicate results effectively across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative inspections and laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished products.
• Conduct analytical testing under intermediate supervision while supporting more complex trials and experiments.
• Complete product testing and accurately document results in databases and laboratory systems.
• Communicate testing results to internal customers and cross-functional teams as required.
• Monitor laboratory instrumentation performance and perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting/repairs.
• Maintain customer specifications and laboratory documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support and promote a strong food safety, quality, and regulatory culture across the facility.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and laboratory procedures.
• Interpret and follow testing programs, specifications, and written procedures with limited oversight.
• Handle routine clerical, administrative, technical, and customer support activities while escalating complex issues when necessary.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Prepare routine reports, records, and correspondence.

Must-Have Experience

Candidates should possess quality laboratory testing experience and demonstrate competency in most, if not all, of the following:

• Karl Fischer moisture analysis
• NIR fat analysis
• Brookfield viscosity testing
• Fineness analysis
• Sanitary tank and product sampling
• Strong ability to read, understand, and apply written programs, procedures, and specifications.
• Ability to independently interpret procedural requirements and take appropriate action based on documented expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to compliance and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Environmental monitoring and swabbing experience.
• SAP experience, particularly with: Quality result entry, Microbiological result entry, Product review and release, Product hold management, SAP TC2 transactions
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or other quality systems related to product review and release.