Lab Technician, Food & Pharma QA Support
Overview
Own lab support for sample prep, testing, and equipment operation in a flavor laboratory. You will maintain safety and quality standards while documenting results at a contract, onsite facility in Glenview IL. You’ll join a collaborative team within a modern lab and production space. This role offers hands on testing and development support with room to grow in R&D and quality functions.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and prepare samples and materials following established formulas and procedures to support product development
- 2Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory and pilot scale equipment to ensure accurate results
- 3Document procedures and results with detailed notes, charts, and basic reports for traceability
- 4Support R&D, quality control, and product development projects through data collection and testing
- 5Monitor inventory and manage supplies to avoid stockouts and support continuous workflow
- 6Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment in compliance with safety and quality protocols
- 7Assist team members with experiments and data entry to facilitate project milestones
- 8Adhere to all laboratory, safety, and quality standards to ensure compliant operations
- 9Communicate effectively with cross functional teams to align on testing timelines
- 10Record and report anomalies or equipment issues to minimize downtime
Requirements6
- 11+ year of laboratory experience in food chemical pharmaceutical manufacturing or related industries
- 2Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and documentation practices
- 3Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- 4Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
- 5Effective communication and teamwork skills
- 6Basic understanding of chemistry or a related scientific discipline
Salary Insight
$23 - $25k per year
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