Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Scientific - Laboratory Technician

Location: Elk River, MN 55330
Duration: 6+ Months (Contract)
Pay Rate: $19.00 – $20.69 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST

Job Summary: The Laboratory Technician will perform routine analytical and laboratory testing to support the Food Safety, Quality, and Operations teams. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals with laboratory coursework or hands-on lab experience. The role involves conducting routine tests, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analysis and product testing under intermediate supervision.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative inspections and laboratory tests on raw materials, in-process, and final products.
• Check and monitor instrumentation performance; perform calibration checks, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Prepare samples for analysis, including weighing and grinding of analytical samples.
• Execute wet chemistry testing (ash, forced air moisture, and vacuum moisture).
• Record, interpret, and document test results in databases; communicate findings to internal teams.
• Maintain up-to-date customer specification books and ensure adherence to food safety and regulatory compliance programs.
• Assist in building and maintaining a strong food safety, quality, and regulatory culture through cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform clerical, administrative, and technical support tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree not required.
• Coursework or laboratory experience (academic or internship) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must successfully complete a background check and drug test.

Additional Information:

• This position supports the Wet Chemistry Team in the Animal Nutrition business unit.
• Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.

Benefits:
Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.