What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Lab Technician position at I.Rice & Company?
The Quality Control Lab Technician supports laboratory operations, product quality assurance, and production processes. This hands-on position is responsible for performing laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and environmental samples to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, customer, and regulatory standards. The role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and interested in supporting quality assurance processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Job and Duties
- Perform routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
- Conduct analytical testing including, but not limited to:
- Brix (soluble solids)
- pH
- Titratable acidity
- Viscosity
- Specific gravity
- Color evaluation
- Product Sensory
- Collect and evaluate production samples according to established sampling plans.
- Perform environmental monitoring and sanitation verification testing.
- Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and testing solutions.
- Record test results accurately in laboratory databases and quality management systems.
- Assist in product evaluations, shelf-life studies, and validation activities.
- Verify compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA, customer specifications, and internal quality standards.
- Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause investigations.
- Perform additional quality-related duties as assigned.
Work Environment
- Combination of laboratory and production floor settings
- May require standing for extended periods and lifting materials 50 lbs.
- Adherence to safety, quality, and sanitation standards is essential
- 1–3 years of laboratory experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
- Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and FDA regulations preferred.
- Associate degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
- Ability to interpret product specifications and testing procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Health insurance
- Various supplemental insurance policies available after 90-day introductory period
- Life insurance available after completion of 90-day introductory period
- 401-K retirement plan available after one year of employment
- Option to participate in uniform program
- Annual bonus incentives