Lab Technician

About the role

The role involves preparing and processing samples, maintaining detailed records, and supporting internal processes. Key responsibilities include compound seasoning formulas, tasting food products, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process samples, and materials while maintaining detailed records of observations and data.
• Maintain laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Communicate data effectively to support research and quality assurance objectives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to taste samples, optimize workflows, and support ongoing projects and process improvements.

Requirements

• 1+ years' experience in a similar role preferred.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, instruments, and techniques, including sample preparation, testing, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or similar data management software is preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to follow protocols, record data accurately, and maintain organized documentation.

Skills

• Utilizes independent judgment to develop supplier contact database and collaborate with suppliers for samples, pricing and documentation for raw materials.
• Has the authority to make decisions on lab inventory of raw materials and supplies needed to support daily tasks.
• Compound seasoning formulas and apply to finished product as needed for tasting.
• Taste various food products and ingredients daily for evaluation.
• Prepare seasoning samples and finished products for shipment to customers.
• Fill out project log with appropriate data for all resamples and off shelf samples.
• Prepare and set up raw materials and retention samples for tasting.
• Maintain precise and detailed data keeping of all lot numbers of raw materials used in formulas.
• General Lab duties include loading and unloading dishwasher, emptying all trash and breaking down cardboard.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or AS in Food Science or Scientific Discipline preferred.

Benefits

• HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL
• 401(K)
• Paid Vacation/PTO/Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Activities Throughout the Year

Schedule

Full-time Office hours are typically 8:30-5:00pm, Monday-Friday with occasional overtime.

Pay

Salary range is $XX-$YY based on experience and qualifications.

Company Information

The Food Source International is a taste and ingredient company with a pulse on what’s next in the world of food. Founded in 1997, we prioritize high quality tastes and ingredients that provide unique solutions to the technical challenges food processors face. We are on a mission to vertically drive the future of taste, and execute critical outcomes for our customers through collaboration, artistry, passion, agility, and accountability. We believe in perpetuating growth through our enthusiasm for people and our incessant drive to achieve. Our passion for improving taste and health in food is at our core. We grow our customer base by hiring creative and forward-thinking team members who will put the customer's needs first.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law.

TFS Core Values

• Collaborative Teamwork
• Customer Centric
• Accountability
• Creativity
• Passion