Laboratory Technician (Life Sciences)

Title: Processing Technician Location: Elk River, MN 55330 Duration: 7 Months . 5/11/2026 to 12/31/2026 Position Overview Responsible for the daily management of laboratory samples and document retention systems Support the processing team in sample preparation and analysis of forage samples Principle Accountabilities Support processing teams with sample processing and testing Tasks include but are not limited to sample grinding, NIR scanning, labeling, and weighing Participate in lab housekeeping program and follow designated policy Proactive focus on workplace safety and shows initiative to work safely and follow policy Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and associated tools Position Criteria Experience: At least one year of relevant experience — Required Work effectively within a team, with strong communication skills — Required The ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively — Required Education: High School Diploma — Required Miscellaneous Position Notes: Leather shoes are required for laboratory work. It is the contractor’s responsibility to have adequate footwear prior to work start date Contact lenses are not allowed in the laboratory Various ingredient samples that may contain potential allergens are handled routinely in this facility, including but not limited to milk, peanuts, eggs, tree nuts, soy, gluten, fish, and shellfish A clean shave will be required for tasks requiring respirator use Record all lab results on laboratory forms Complete lab shutdown following the lab SOP Produce high quality laboratory testing Maintain laboratory inventory and organize laboratory supplies Keeping laboratory records and preparing laboratory reports Operate lab equipment in accordance with lab internal SOP Perform chemical testing on wet samples Maintaining laboratory equipment, collecting samples and performing tests Perform lab analysis of chemical products Maintaining laboratory chemical supplies and equipment Assist lab partners with laboratory testing and preparing samples and petri dishes Perform lab testing on food products Perform tests and procedures using laboratory equipment Prepare samples for outside lab testing and compile results Gather samples and perform check samples Insure that laboratory testing equipment is calibrated Performing non-routine lab analysis Perform chemical analysis by using various laboratory instruments Provide support daily lab testing of incoming raw milk samples Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment