S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the ... Professional education as Lab Technician or equivalent required. At least 3 years laboratory work ...
S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the ... Professional education as Lab Technician or equivalent required. At least 3 years laboratory work ...
S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the ... Qualifications & Technical Competencies: • Professional education as Lab Technician or equivalent ...
S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the ... Qualifications & Technical Competencies: • Professional education as Lab Technician or equivalent ...
Federal Work Study - Sunroom
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Help pull all food and dry goods needed for the lab portion of the courses * Assist in ensuring all food items are put away properly after use * Assist students in clean up and provide guidance in ...
Federal Work Study - Sunroom
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Help pull all food and dry goods needed for the lab portion of the courses * Assist in ensuring all food items are put away properly after use * Assist students in clean up and provide guidance in ...
Federal Work Study - Culinary Arts
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Help pull all food and dry goods needed for the lab portion of the courses * Assist in ensuring all food items are put away properly after use * Assist students in clean up and provide guidance in ...
Federal Work Study - Culinary Arts
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Help pull all food and dry goods needed for the lab portion of the courses * Assist in ensuring all food items are put away properly after use * Assist students in clean up and provide guidance in ...
Lab Supervisor (Chino, CA)
Chino, CA · On-site
$50.38 - $57.94/hr
General Responsibilities • Overseeing all qualitative (PCR), quantitative (indicator organism) and basic food Chemistry testing, as well as assembling, analyzing, reviewing, and reporting data ...
Lab Supervisor (Chino, CA)
Chino, CA · On-site
$50.38 - $57.94/hr
General Responsibilities • Overseeing all qualitative (PCR), quantitative (indicator organism) and basic food Chemistry testing, as well as assembling, analyzing, reviewing, and reporting data ...
Lab Supervisor (Chino, CA)
Chino, CA · On-site
$50.38 - $57.94/hr
General Responsibilities • Overseeing all qualitative (PCR), quantitative (indicator organism) and basic food Chemistry testing, as well as assembling, analyzing, reviewing, and reporting data ...
Lab Supervisor (Chino, CA)
Chino, CA · On-site
$50.38 - $57.94/hr
General Responsibilities • Overseeing all qualitative (PCR), quantitative (indicator organism) and basic food Chemistry testing, as well as assembling, analyzing, reviewing, and reporting data ...
Quality Assurance Auditor
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
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Quality Assurance Auditor
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Quality Assurance Auditor
Ontario, CA · On-site
$32.03 - $40.19/hr
Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed * Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
Lead QA technicians, manage food safety programs, and maintain product integrity from raw materials ... lab equipment, sensory testing, and formulation basics
Lead QA technicians, manage food safety programs, and maintain product integrity from raw materials ... lab equipment, sensory testing, and formulation basics
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Lead QA technicians, manage food safety programs, and maintain product integrity from raw materials ... lab equipment, sensory testing, and formulation basics
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
Lead QA technicians, manage food safety programs, and maintain product integrity from raw materials ... lab equipment, sensory testing, and formulation basics
Sr Chemist Quality Control
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
ISO 17025 Lab Manager experience preferred * Strong background in Food Science and Chemistry is highly desirable * Previous experience working in biotechnology, or research laboratory is preferred
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Sr Chemist Quality Control
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
ISO 17025 Lab Manager experience preferred * Strong background in Food Science and Chemistry is highly desirable * Previous experience working in biotechnology, or research laboratory is preferred
Chemist Quality Control
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$20 - $38/hr
ISO 17025 Lab Manager experience preferred * Strong background in Food Science and Chemistry is highly desirable * Previous experience working in biotechnology, or research laboratory is preferred
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Chemist Quality Control
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$20 - $38/hr
ISO 17025 Lab Manager experience preferred * Strong background in Food Science and Chemistry is highly desirable * Previous experience working in biotechnology, or research laboratory is preferred
Flow Calibration Supervisor
Hemet, CA · On-site
Health benefits * 401(k) Reporting to the Director, Sustaining Engineering & Flow Lab, the Flow ... VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and ...
Flow Calibration Supervisor
Hemet, CA · On-site
Health benefits * 401(k) Reporting to the Director, Sustaining Engineering & Flow Lab, the Flow ... VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and ...
Flow Calibration Supervisor
Hemet, CA · On-site
Health benefits * 401(k) Reporting to the Director, Sustaining Engineering & Flow Lab, the Flow ... VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and ...
Flow Calibration Supervisor
Hemet, CA · On-site
Health benefits * 401(k) Reporting to the Director, Sustaining Engineering & Flow Lab, the Flow ... VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and ...
Quality Control - Hiring Immediately
Orange, CA · On-site
$21/hr
If you have experience in food manufacturing , enjoy working both on the production floor and in the lab, and take pride in maintaining quality standards, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Do ...
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Quality Control - Hiring Immediately
Orange, CA · On-site
$21/hr
If you have experience in food manufacturing , enjoy working both on the production floor and in the lab, and take pride in maintaining quality standards, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Do ...
A Master's degree from an accredited institution in nutrition, dietetics, or dietetics and food ... Work is generally performed in an indoor classroom that may also include working in a lab setting.
A Master's degree from an accredited institution in nutrition, dietetics, or dietetics and food ... Work is generally performed in an indoor classroom that may also include working in a lab setting.
Sr. Manager, Consumer Insights, Foresight & UX
Brea, CA · On-site
$110K - $140K/yr
We don't just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and ... the Innovation Lab portfolio. This role ensures that innovation initiatives begin with clear ...
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Sr. Manager, Consumer Insights, Foresight & UX
Brea, CA · On-site
$110K - $140K/yr
We don't just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and ... the Innovation Lab portfolio. This role ensures that innovation initiatives begin with clear ...
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| Work Environment | Laboratories, food production facilities, testing centers | Research labs, food manufacturing companies, academic institutions |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Food companies, testing labs, quality assurance | Food industry R&D, academia, government agencies |
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$17.79/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 25 days ago
NAMSA rating
8.3
Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
34th of 120 rated laboratories
Job description
NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.
We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry's premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.
Come and work for an organization with the:
Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the
Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core
Values:
- Act with integrity in everything we do.
- Provide best-in-class customer experiences.
- Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.
- Respond with agility and provide timely results.
- Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.
Job Description:
Primarily involved in various testing activities in accordance with SOPs, and utilizing applicable work instructions, standards or guidelines.May be responsible for extractions, test article and control preparation, solution preparation.
Clean glassware and prepare reagents for use in laboratory testing.
Perform routine disposal of laboratory waste including disposal of test articles.
May be responsible for chain of custody, delivery of samples, filing and sample distribution/shipping.
May provide on the job training.
Accurately collect and record raw data in logbooks and on worksheets.
Review raw materials and final finished media for conformance with applicable material specifications and SOPs.
Maintain clean workspace, testing supplies, and equipment.
May be responsible for checking laboratory equipment and respond to continuous monitoring alarms. If needed, the associate will respond in accordance with criteria outlined in Standard Operating Procedures.
May be required to operate FTIR or other specified laboratory equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
Maintain an efficient workflow process relative to sample prioritization.
May perform various testing independently in accordance with SOPs and utilizing applicable work instructions, standards or guidelines.
Perform routine calculations and may participate in analyzing and interpreting results.
Maintain all test equipment and supplies for various testing.
Provide on the job training.
Monitor raw materials and final finished media for conformance with applicable material specifications and SOPs.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Technical Competencies:
Professional education as Lab Technician or equivalent required.
At least 3 years laboratory work experience required.
Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
NAMSA GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
Ability to work in GLP/GMP environment.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle, feel or cut using various tools, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Physical requirements include frequently lifting up to 12 kg or more on occasion.
Extensive use of computer keyboard; operate computer equipment.
Pay Range Minimum:
$17.79Pay Range Target:
$20.00Pay Frequency:
HourlyPlease Note: Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company. NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.Fair Chance Employment Statement:
At NAMSA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records. In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history.
Please note that NAMSA conducts a review of criminal history after the interview process and offer acceptance. This review is conducted to ensure that there is no direct, adverse, or negative relationship between the criminal history and the material job duties of the specific position. The following is a list of material job duties for this position:
May operate equipment
Records data timely and accurately
May analyze and interpret data
Conducts studies on medical devices that have an impact on human life
A criminal history that directly impacts the ability to perform these duties may result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. We believe in fair chance hiring and are committed to evaluating each applicant on a case-by-case basis.
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