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Food Testing Laboratory Technician (Gluten Lab) - R&D Support Location: Golden Valley, MN (Onsite) Duration: 12-Month Contract Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM BCforward is currently ...
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Golden Valley, MN · On-site
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In a Food Testing Laboratory, your typical day involves preparing and testing food samples to check for contaminants, nutritional content, and regulatory compliance. You’ll operate specialized laboratory equipment, follow detailed standard operating procedures, and record results accurately in laboratory management systems. Collaboration with colleagues and communication with supervisors or quality assurance teams is common to ensure timely testing and data integrity. This role also includes maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment, calibrating instruments, and sometimes assisting with method development or validation projects.
A Food Testing Laboratory job involves analyzing food products for safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards. Professionals in this field test for contaminants, nutritional content, shelf life, and overall product integrity. They use specialized equipment and scientific methods to ensure food is safe for consumption and meets industry regulations. Workers may be responsible for microbiological, chemical, and physical testing of food samples.
To thrive in a Food Testing Laboratory, you need a strong background in chemistry, microbiology, and food science, usually supported by a degree in a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers, chromatography systems, and LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) is essential, along with knowledge of industry regulations like ISO 17025 and HACCP. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate analysis, compliance with safety standards, and efficient collaboration in a highly regulated laboratory environment.
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Food Testing Laboratory Technician (Gluten Lab) – R&D Support
Location: Golden Valley, MN (Onsite)
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Schedule: Sunday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Food Testing Laboratory Technician for an opportunity with one of our leading clients in the food manufacturing industry.
Position Overview
This position supports a high-volume Gluten Testing Laboratory responsible for analyzing food ingredients and finished products to ensure regulatory compliance and support product claims. The successful candidate will perform laboratory testing, analyze results, maintain laboratory equipment, and support quality and compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform laboratory testing and analysis of food samples using established methods and procedures.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and solutions for testing.
• Conduct wet chemistry testing and operate laboratory instrumentation.
• Analyze, interpret, and document test results accurately.
• Generate reports and ensure timely completion of testing activities.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Support quality systems, audits, and compliance activities including ISO 17025 requirements.
• Investigate quality control issues and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain laboratory records and documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and cross-functional support activities.
• Follow all laboratory safety and quality procedures.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline preferred.
• 1–3 years of laboratory testing experience.
• Experience in food testing, quality control, microbiology, chemistry, or related laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with sample preparation, weighing, pipetting, solution preparation, and data analysis.
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Food manufacturing or food testing laboratory experience.
• Experience working under ISO 17025 or similar quality systems.
• Experience with analytical laboratory instrumentation and quality compliance programs.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.
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Indianapolis, IN, US
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