Lab Technician

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Lab Technician - Wet Chemistry for an opportunity in Golden Valley, MN

Position Title: Lab Technician - Onsite

Location: Golden Valley, MN

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months Contract

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $20/ph- 23/ph

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

This position is responsible for testing, analyzing, and reporting accurate and timely results in both the Miscellaneous Wet Chemistry and Sample Coordinating, Intake and Processing (SCIP) lab. These fast-paced, high-volume commercial labs use wet chemistry, high-tech instrumentation, and food processing techniques to test food samples ranging from ingredients to finished products. Sample preparation is the first stage of the sample life cycle, and it is crucial that all steps (processing, aliquoting, labeling, and storage) are completed correctly to ensure accuracy of lab testing. Results are used by customers to support food label claims.

Note: This position involves potential exposure to common allergens including but not limited to milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.

Key Accountabilities

• Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines.
• Execute laboratory methods as written, including chromatography, data interpretation, titration, ELISA kits, manual calculation, and report writing.
• Prepare samples for lab testing using grinding mills and other comminution techniques (e.g., blenders, grinders, liquid nitrogen).
• Ensure accurate labeling of sample cups with unique identifiers and log details into LIMS software.
• Comply with ISO 17025 quality requirements; identify and address quality control issues and complete investigations as needed.
• Perform instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Cross-train, support audits, and contribute to training and procedure development.
• Maintain compliance with lab safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in microbiology, food science, biology, chemistry, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 1–3 years of food testing experience.
• Proficiency in basic lab skills: accurate weighing, pipetting, solution prep, hazardous compound handling, and quantitative transfers.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting lab equipment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, flexibility, and solution mindset.
• Team player with strong communication skills and ability to adapt to workload demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with LabWare LIMS.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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