Laboratory Testing Technician

About the role

The Testing Technician is responsible for preparing formulations on the benchtop, roasting coffee, packing samples, sieving powder materials, and supporting ongoing lab work. This role supports product development, quality evaluation, and data reporting through hands-on lab work and strong documentation practices. It is a 1‑year assignment with possibility for extension or conversion based on performance and budget.

Responsibilities

• Prepare benchtop formulations, including accurately measuring and weighing ingredients, blending, and packing into single‑serve portions.
• Roast coffee in accordance with established protocols
• Support powder‑based lab activities, including sieving bulk materials, cleaning lab equipment, and supporting measurement work
• Support coffee processing lab work, including conducting measurements of moisture and degassing behavior in accordance with established protocols
• As needed, brew samples using company Brewers and conduct testing on formulations both prior to brewing and on finished beverages.
• Label, organize, and place samples into appropriate storage; ship samples as needed, including coordinating international shipment requirements
• Maintain detailed documentation of incoming samples, prepared samples, samples in shelf life programs, and all associated test results.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations to scale formulas and determine quantities for batch sizing.
• Prepare samples for scientists and business partners to taste, ensuring a clean presentation and demonstrating professionalism, confidence, and courtesy.
• Record, organize, filter, and analyze quality and test data using appropriate computer tools and spreadsheets; report findings to management.
• Search internal database systems, compile data, and export reports to support testing, tracking, and decision making activities.
• Filter, sort, and manipulate Excel data to identify trends, summarize results, and support reporting requirements.
• Provide training, as needed, to new permanent and temporary personnel on proper testing techniques, methods, and data recording standards.
• Troubleshoot issues related to brewers, formulations, or unexpected sample behavior, including performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, with Food Science or Engineering preferred
• Relevant experience in Food and Beverage Industry. Experience with Coffee and Coffee Beverages is a plus

Skills

• Basic understanding of Good Lab and Manufacturing Practices, and Food Safety Regulatory Standards.

Pay

$28 - $30/Hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday (1st shift)