Food Laboratory Analyst

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 9AM - 5PM
We are seeking a Food Laboratory Analyst to perform testing, analysis, and reporting of food samples in a fast-paced, high-volume commercial laboratory. This role utilizes wet chemistry, food testing methodologies, and advanced analytical instrumentation to generate accurate results supporting customer product claims and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Perform laboratory testing according to established SOPs and validated methods.
• Prioritize sample workload to meet turnaround times and reporting deadlines.
• Analyze data, perform calculations, review results, and prepare final reports.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and laboratory quality standards.
• Investigate quality control issues and complete corrective actions.
• Conduct routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability checks.
• Develop, update, and maintain laboratory procedures and documentation.
• Support method validation, new test method evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in customer, regulatory, and accreditation audits.
• Cross-train laboratory personnel and support team development.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety requirements and hazardous material handling procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or related field.
• 1 3 years of food testing laboratory experience.
• Experience in ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.
• Proficiency in weighing, pipetting, solution preparation, quantitative transfers, data calculations, and result evaluation.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including extended hours or weekends as needed.