Quality Assurance Lab Tech

About the role

Estherville Foods, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join their quality department. The technician will perform physical and microbiological tests and analysis to ensure food safety and compliance with customer standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and adhere to SOPs and regulations.
• Perform and document laboratory tests (Pathogen testing, petrifilm, solids, pH, etc.).
• Collect, review, and analyze data; identify and correct problems.
• Distribute laboratory reports and complete assigned tasks.
• Review, complete, and collaborate on required documentation and practices within the facility.
• Participate in the quality team for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote food safety and adhere to USDA and company regulations.
• Work weekend/holiday rotations in the laboratory as needed.
• Cross-train within the quality department.

Requirements

• Proven team player with problem-solving and decision-making skills using data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document and maintain accurate, legible records.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work on multiple tasks with excellent results.
• Self-starter who works efficiently under minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Laboratory experience (e.g., food, analytical, hospital, or veterinary).
• Experience in a Quality Control setting (preferred).

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to speak, read, and write in English.
• Frequently stand, sit, and handle materials.
• Use computers, hands, and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift 30-50 pounds.
• Work in office, plant floor, and laboratory environments.

A new state-of-the-art lab is under construction; the position will be based at the existing lab until completion.