Laboratory Tech
Macon, Georgia•Full-time
$16 hourly
$16 hourly
About the Job
Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician in Macon, GA. In this hands-on and quality-driven role, you will be responsible for supporting food safety programs, ensuring product compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to the production of high-quality fermented foods. Apply today if you meet the qualifications listed below.
In a Laboratory Technician job you’ll be responsible for:
- Conducting standardized tests on food products such as pickles, relishes, jalapeños, and peppers to ensure safety and quality compliance.
- Monitoring and documenting Critical Control Points (CCP), Critical Quality Points (CQP), and pH levels.
- Recording, compiling, and analyzing test data; preparing reports, charts, and graphs.
- Maintaining accurate documentation for internal and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluating product characteristics including color, texture, taste, and smell.
- Monitoring and controlling product temperatures throughout processing.
- Ensuring proper lot tracking for ingredients, labels, and finished goods.
- Supporting lab operations by staging materials and assisting with brine preparation.
- Following all company policies, food safety guidelines, and PPE requirements.
What you’ll need:
- Regular, in-person attendance.
- Basic knowledge of math and science.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment.
- Willingness to follow and enforce safety and PPE standards.
- Ability to work in environments with strong odors (pickle brine, peppers, etc.).
- Ability to stand, walk, bend frequently, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Perks:
- Healthcare, vision, and dental benefits.
- Monday – Friday schedule (5:00 AM start, until finish).
- Weekends off.
- Starting pay at $16.00/hour (based on experience).
Click on Apply Now to be considered for this Laboratory Technician job in Macon, GA or visit our website www.openwork.com to search for other opportunities that are currently available.
About Openwork:
Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes QS Nurses and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire? Visit us at www.openwork.com to say hello and start building your future, together.
Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes QS Nurses and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire? Visit us at www.openwork.com to say hello and start building your future, together.
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