National Food Lab Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join a dynamic laboratory team within a food manufacturing environment. This role involves supporting laboratory testing activities, conducting quality and analytical evaluations, and assisting with microbiological testing. Technicians will be cross-trained to work across multiple lab functions and are expected to follow all safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing to evaluate product characteristics such as structure, composition, and pH.
• Conduct microbiological testing, including screening for pathogens such as Salmonella.
• Operate, clean, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and laboratory safety procedures.
• Support quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Accurately document test results and observations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspace.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Experience with laboratory testing and equipment.
• Knowledge of microbiology and general lab practices.
• Familiarity with GMP and quality systems.
• Experience or coursework in wet chemistry, including titration and plating.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food or manufacturing laboratory environment.
• Exposure to analytical chemistry and quality assurance processes.

Work Environment

This is an on-site position within a 24/7 manufacturing facility with a rotating schedule of five days on and two days off. The third shift runs from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Adherence to safety protocols, PPE requirements, and lab standards is required.

This is a Contract position based out of Memphis, TN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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