3rd Shift QA Lab Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Reading, PA (Job ID US3586533_BH9908491)

Description

QA Lab Technician
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking 3rd Shift QA Lab Technician for a direct hire position with a growing food manufacturing leader in Reading PA.  If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Compensation: $27/hr
Schedule:  M-F, 3rd shift (10PM-6AM)

• Moving to 12hr shift in 11/2025

Location: Reading, PA
Direct Hire

Summary:
The QA Lab Technician supports plant operations by performing microbiological, physical and chemical analysis on raw materials and food products from various stages of the manufacturing process as directed by the Quality Assurance Manager and provides assistance to the operations team. Provides support and assistance to the Quality Assurance Manager by performing auditing and inspection functions for glass and hard plastic, post-cleanup, sanitation, pest control, and security. Accuracy, reliability, and expediency are essential to the successful completion of the duties of a Quality Assurance Technician.

Responsibilities:

• Performs chemical and physical analysis (including flavor checks) on product, ingredient, and control samples according to laboratory procedures. Need to understand the concepts of each analysis, anticipate the result, and follow through on any deviation.
• Records all product analyses according to laboratory protocols including data entry on a computer system. Falsifying a record will result in disciplinary action.
• Communicates effectively all critical information regarding analysis, procedures, and test results. Handwriting must be clearly legible.
• Prepares product sampling materials.
• Cleans and maintains all equipment/materials used while keeping the laboratory clean and organized.
• Follows all laboratory and plant GMP and safety procedures according to company guidelines.
• General plant QA responsibilities may include (but are not limited to): collection and distribution of product and ingredient samples, environmental swabbing, ATP swabbing, air sampling, water sampling, allergen testing, and safety checks.
• Covers all lab responsibilities during the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Assist production group with duties as requested which may include general cleaning.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, follow CGMP's, and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
• Will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local standards for the manufacture of infant formula and other non-infant nutritional foods.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree preferred.
• 2 years' experience of working in a lab environment; food manufacturing preferred.
  • Will consider recent BS graduates with relevant undergraduate experience
• Infant Formula or Food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Competency in performing functions that ensure product quality, safety, and compliance to applicable SOPs and GMP regulations such as data entry, results from assessments, internal audits, CAPA resolutions, and records review.
• Must be self-disciplined, a team player, and be able to handle emergency situations common to the operation.
• Need ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform adjustments to equipment, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor.
• Must be able to maintain and display personal cleanliness and follow GMPs' as described in company guidelines.
• Must be able to write clearly and in an organized fashion.
• Must be able to use a computer, MS office, and other company provided software.
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  Send Resumes to Jacqueline.Sayoc@KellyScientific.com

 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

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About Kelly

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