A Lab Technician is needed for a company that manufactures, sells, and markets non-alcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups in the Northampton, MA area. This position performs laboratory testing, quality assurance, and compliance monitoring of raw materials, packaging, and finished products to ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards.
location: Northampton, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $19.85 - 20.00 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform microbiological, chemical, sensory, and calibration tests on raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
- Conduct chemical analyses using instrumental methods to determine sample composition.
- Evaluate ingredients, products, and packaging materials using visual inspection and measurement techniques.
- Prepare and maintain lab equipment to ensure proper performance and calibration.
- Operate and maintain all lab testing instruments and create related documentation.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety policies, and procedures.
- Maintain records and audit equipment logs to verify calibration and external verification processes.
- Document operational parameters and manage data transactions to ensure traceability.
- Knowledge of quality cost analysis, inspection, corrective action planning, and customer satisfaction tracking.
- Understanding of company and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
- Expertise in operating lab instruments, handling chemicals, and ensuring safe lab practices.
- Ability to measure instrument variation and apply statistical techniques to monitor and control processes.
- Proficiency in managing records and maintaining compliance with standards.
- Capability to identify and resolve process, system, and mechanical failures.
- Bachelor's degree related to the science fields not required but preferred.
- At least 3 years related experience, preferred.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
