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Guida's Dairy

Lab Technician

Knoxville, TN

$18.72 - $22/hr

General Purpose: This is the entry-level, non-certified laboratory technician position for ... Preferred: Associates or bachelor's degree in food or Dairy Science, Biology, Chemistry ...

Guida's Dairy

Lab Technician

Bridgeton, NJ · On-site

$24/hr

JOB SUMMARY Cumberland Dairy has an immediate job opening for a Lab Technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials, and associated items, while ...

Cumberland Dairy

Lab Technician

Bridgeton, NJ · On-site

$24/hr

JOB SUMMARY Cumberland Dairy has an immediate job opening for a Lab Technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials, and associated items, while ...

Dairiconcepts, L.P.

Lab Technician

Knoxville, TN

$18.72 - $22/hr

General Purpose: This is the entry-level, non-certified laboratory technician position for ... Preferred: Associates or bachelor's degree in food or Dairy Science, Biology, Chemistry ...

PET Dairy

Sr. Lab Technician

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

$24/hr

PET Dairy has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance technician to perform ... The Lab Technician is responsible for efficiently and accurately performing tasks related to the ...

PET Dairy

Sr. Lab Technician

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

$24/hr

PET Dairy has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance technician to perform ... The Lab Technician is responsible for efficiently and accurately performing tasks related to the ...

Intellectt INC

Entry Level Lab Technician

Alameda, CA · On-site

Alameda, CA - 94502 Duration: 6 Months Shift Timings: 5 am to 1:30 pm Entry Level Lab Technician in the Complaint Investigations Lab. The Technician will be responsible for: Unpacking boxes safely ...

Guida's Dairy

Sr. Lab Technician

Spartanburg, SC

$24/hr

PET Dairy has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance technician to perform ... The Lab Technician is responsible for efficiently and accurately performing tasks related to the ...

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How much do entry level dairy lab technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level dairy lab technician in the United States is $24.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Dairy Lab Technician vs Dairy Quality Control Technician?

AspectEntry Level Dairy Lab TechnicianDairy Quality Control Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer associate's degree in scienceHigh school diploma; certifications in quality assurance or dairy science are a plus
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting within dairy processing plants or farmsQuality assurance labs, production facilities, or farm environments
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by dairy processing companies and farmsEmployed by dairy producers, processing plants, and quality assurance firms
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Entry Level Dairy Lab Technicians primarily perform basic testing and sample analysis in laboratory settings, focusing on quality and safety. Dairy Quality Control Technicians also monitor product quality but often have broader responsibilities, including inspecting production processes. Both roles require similar credentials and are found within dairy industry environments, making them closely related but distinct in scope.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Dairy Lab Technician job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 15% Locum Tenens, 66% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,049 per year, or $24.1 per hour.
Vial Prep Technician

Vial Prep Technician

Dairy One Cooperative, Inc.

Ithaca, NY • On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

OUR ORGANIZATION:
Dairy One Cooperative exists to help farms and members of the agricultural community succeed. We turn data into key decision-making information that is utilized to develop sound business decisions focused on enhancing profitability and operational efficiency. Our staff works diligently to provide leading-edge, decision-making tools and information to the agricultural community we serve. We strive to be a trusted, value-added business partner to our members and stakeholders.
Dairy One Cooperative is based in Ithaca, NY. We serve approximately 2500 dairy farm members throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. Our dedicated staff of over 250 employees stand ready to assist our members and customers each day.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Vial Prep Technician is an entry level lab position. The mission of Dairy One's Vial Prep Team is to provide clean, dry, serviceable milk sampling vials to our field technicians 6 days per week. If you are the type of person that likes to meet or beat target goal quantities and times, then these fast-paced, high-volume throughput, iterative tasks may be for you. Technicians may be tasked with operating high throughput dish washers, preparing vials with a liquid milk preservative, closing the vial caps and boxing the finished products. Focus will be on achieving production and turnaround time standards in a safe manner. Work will be performed under supervision. Examples of duties performed include washing milk sample vials, pipetting vials, and preparing them for reuse and mixing simple chemical solutions.
This position works 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a laboratory where there is exposure to some chemicals and occasional exposure to noise. The use of protective safety equipment may be required.
MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS:
Close mental and visual attention required for controlling machines or processes at a rapid pace requiring coordination.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Constantly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; and performs repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists. Regularly stands, walks, and reaches with arms and/or hands. Occasionally stoops, crouches, and bends. Ability to occasionally lift to 30 pounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
At Dairy One Cooperative, Inc., we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our cooperative and enhances our ability to serve our members and the agricultural community with excellence.
Dairy One Cooperative, Inc. is dedicated to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws and regulations. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute to our shared success.

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