Are you looking to launch your career in the Life Sciences? We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Technician, Quality to join our fast-paced food testing laboratory in Leonia, NJ. In this foundational role, you will provide essential support to our analytical team, ensuring the laboratory remains organized, stocked, and compliant with rigorous safety standards. Under the guidance of the Quality Lab Services Supervisor, you will master routine qualitative analysis and laboratory housekeeping while gaining hands-on exposure to advanced instrumentation. This is a perfect opportunity for a reliable individual with a passion for science to learn the inner workings of a professional QC environment.
location: Leonia, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $20.00 - 22.33 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: High School
responsibilities:
- Laboratory Foundations: Perform critical support functions including the preparation of media, reagents, and standard solutions; manage the collection, cleaning, and sterilization of glassware.
- Analytical Testing: Conduct routine qualitative analysis of samples and assist higher-level scientific personnel with data collection and preparation for evaluation.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate notebooks and records in strict accordance with SOPs, GMPs, and regulatory policies to ensure data integrity and quality.
- Operational Efficiency: Proactively monitor and stock laboratory supplies and equipment to prevent testing delays; prioritize daily workloads to meet strict deadlines.
- Safety & Housekeeping: Uphold gold-standard housekeeping practices to minimize contamination and safety hazards; assist in the safe handling of hazardous materials and waste.
- Problem Identification: Learn to identify and evaluate atypical or Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, immediately escalating findings to the Supervisor for further investigation.
- Professional Growth: Collaborate with senior technicians to learn advanced techniques and instrumentation, showing versatility and a commitment to team success.
qualifications:
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 0-1 years of experience in a laboratory or highly regulated environment.
- Basic mathematical and computer skills (MS Word, Excel).
- Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, with flexibility for overtime as needed.
- Physical Resilience: Ability to stand for extended periods and perform lifting as required in a lab setting.
- Allergen Awareness: Comfort working in an environment exposed to powders, chemicals, and common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, etc.).
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or a closely related scientific discipline.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to remain calm under the pressure of tight deadlines.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for drafting simple correspondence and reporting results.
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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
