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QA Lab Technician - 3rd shift

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Job Type Full-time Description The QA Lab Technician supports plant operations by monitoring ... Ensure compliance to plant policies and Federal and State regulations including Good Manufacturing ...

QA Lab Technician - 3rd shift

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Description The QA Lab Technician supports plant operations by monitoring adherence to food safety ... Ensure compliance to plant policies and Federal and State regulations including Good Manufacturing ...

Big River Resources has an opening for a Lab Manager at our West Burlington location. Big River ... and good time management skills. Big River Resources offers a clean, safe and competitive ...

Big River Resources has an opening for a Lab Manager at our West Burlington location. Big River ... good time management skills.Big River Resources offers a clean, safe and competitive employment ...

Big River Resources has an opening for a Lab Manager at our West Burlington location. Big River ... and good time management skills. Big River Resources offers a clean, safe and competitive ...

IA/Waterloo/Cath Lab

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

IA/Waterloo/Cath Lab Start Date: 08/29/2022 End Date: 11/26/2022 Status: Open Total Positions: 1 ... good communication skills with physicians, patient, family, other departments, and team members ...

Lab Join our team and make a positive impact on your local community in this amazing part time ... Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills. Promotes positive communications that ...

Job Title: Cath Lab RN Job Location: Ottumwa, IA Job Type: Full-Time * This is a Department of ... Strives daily to give all customers very good care and promotes ORHC standards of behavior. * Other ...

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What is a Good Lab?

A Good Lab job typically refers to a position in a laboratory that focuses on maintaining high standards of research, experimentation, and safety. These jobs can include roles such as lab technicians, analysts, or researchers in fields like biology, chemistry, and medical sciences. Responsibilities often involve conducting experiments, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. A Good Lab job requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and sometimes specialized education or certifications.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a Good Lab?

Laboratory professionals routinely conduct experiments, run tests, and analyze samples according to established protocols. They also calibrate and maintain lab equipment, meticulously record data, and follow strict safety regulations. Collaboration with scientists, research staff, or quality assurance teams is common, allowing for efficient troubleshooting and validation of results. These tasks are vital for supporting larger research goals and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of laboratory findings.

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To succeed in a laboratory environment, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in chemistry, biology, or a related science are typically required. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety procedures, and data analysis software—often supported by relevant certifications—are essential. Excellent organization, teamwork, and communication skills help ensure accuracy and efficient collaboration. These abilities are crucial for maintaining research integrity, ensuring safety, and achieving reliable results.

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Infographic showing various Good Lab job openings in Iowa as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Quality Assurance Lab Tech

Estherville, IA • On-site

Sonstegard Foods Company
Food Services and Drinking Places • 201 - 500 employees

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job Description
Job Description

Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Estherville Foods Inc.

Estherville Foods, Inc. is seeking to hire a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join their quality department. Employee will be responsible for accurately and timely performing physical and microbiological tests and analysis to determine the food safety of products, ensuring results meet the customers' standards.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Following Good Laboratory Practices
  • Understanding and following SOPs and regulations
  • Documenting and setting samples (Pathogen testing, petrifilm, solids, pH, etc)
  • Collect, review and analyze data, identifying and correcting problems
  • Distribution of laboratory reports
  • Completes assigned tasks
  • Reviewing, completing and/or working with quality and other staff on completion of required documentation and practices within the facility
  • Active in the quality team for continuous improvement within Sonstegard Foods
  • Promote food safety and adhere to USDA and company regulations
  • Work weekend/holiday rotation at laboratory when needed

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Proven team player
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills using data
  • Good verbal & written communication skills
  • Ability to document and maintain accurate and legible records
  • Highly motivated and has the ability to work multiple tasks with excellent results
  • Must be very detail oriented
  • Self-starter and works efficiently under minimal supervision
  • Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel

EXPERIENCE:

  • Laboratory experience (e.g., Food, analytical, hospital or veterinarian)
  • Experience in a Quality Control setting (Preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Employee is required to speak, read and write English frequently. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit and handle material. Employee will be required to use a computer, use hands and arms, climb/balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Employee must be able to lift 30-50 pounds occasionally.

Work includes office work, plant floor work and laboratory work environments. A new state of the art lab is in process of construction; position will be held at existing lab until then. Some cross training within the quality department will occur.


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