About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Food & Beverage Manufacturing (food/feed safety & quality).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

This entry-level Laboratory Technician role supports food/feed safety and quality testing at a confidential client facility in Elk River, MN. The position performs routine analytical testing, basic instrument maintenance and calibration, records results in databases, and helps maintain compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.

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Schedule & Location

• Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST
• On-site — Elk River, MN (not remote)

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished product.
• Check and monitor instrumentation performance; run calibration checks and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct simple repairs or escalate technical issues as required.
• Record and interpret test results; enter data into active databases and communicate results to internal customers.
• Support the development and maintenance of food/feed safety, quality, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Assist with clerical, administrative, and technical support tasks; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

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Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree is not required.
• Basic lab experience or coursework preferred (entry-level candidates welcome).
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Comfortable using databases and documenting results accurately.
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to escalate issues when needed.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience in food or feed testing laboratories.
• Familiarity with common analytical instrumentation and routine calibration tasks.
• Prior experience with quality assurance or regulatory compliance in manufacturing environments.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $64,657 per year (estimated). Exact pay and benefits will be provided by the confidential client during the hiring process.

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What to Expect

This is an entry-level, hands-on lab role where you will gain practical experience in food/feed safety testing and lab instrumentation. The confidential client emphasizes safety, compliance, and cross-functional teamwork. Training and intermediate supervision will be provided for routine analyses and tasks.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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