Temporary Postdoctoral Food Science Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Food Science Laboratory Technician

Day Shift Hours | Fortune 500 Company | Offers Benefits

Description

We are looking for an analyst with basic chemistry laboratory experience who pays very close attention to detail, can prioritize multiple tasks and is able to work effectively on a team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is eager to learn and continually strives to improve processes in the lab.

Responsibilities:

• Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines
• Execution of ELISA Kit testing methods
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• Meet Quality control and ISO requirements
• Maintain a work environment that complies with General Mills and Medallion safety rules
• Cross-functional support across Medallion as business needs dictate
• Strong organizational skills, independent decision making, high attention to detail, and service orientation are essential
• Skillfully handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities with minimal guidance or direction

Skills

laboratory technician, elisa, Laboratory, Chemistry, Wet chemistry, Protein, food science, laboratory, quality control, gluten, Quality control, Gmp

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-Year science degree or 4-year science degree (Biology, Biochemistry, Food Science, Env. Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or Related)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, MN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Plymouth,MN.

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

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.