Quality Lab Technician

Now hiring for a Quality Lab Technician – Direct Hire
Location: Florence, KY
Pay Rate: $24.00 – $30.00 per hour
Schedule:1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift Available

Strong Eyes. Steady Hands. Solid Work.

As a Quality Lab Technician in Florence, your job is to protect the process. You’ll check, measure, and approve the work that keeps production moving forward.

Looking for Quality Lab Technician jobs in Florence where attention to detail makes the difference? This opportunity lets you inspect products, verify quality standards, and help ensure every finished product meets customer expectations before it leaves the facility.

This opportunity is based on a Quality Inspector career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Science, or a related field preferred
• Relevant laboratory or quality control experience may be considered instead of a degree
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards is a plus

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance laboratory within a GMP-regulated environment
• Experience operating analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, IR, and UV/ VIS
• Experience/knowledge with using lab instrument
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong data analysis, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Quality, Production, Regulatory, and R&D teams
• Willingness to travel for training as needed

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours at a time
• Frequent bending, stretching, and movement throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds occasionally
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all laboratory safety procedures
• Comfortable working in both laboratory and manufacturing environments

Job Duties

• Perform chemical testing of raw materials, production batches, line samples, and finished products
• Analyze and document test results while ensuring products meet quality specifications
• Calculate and recommend batch adjustments to support manufacturing requirements
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare and review Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and quality documentation
• Support GMP, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 compliance activities and audits
• Conduct ATP testing and product release activities
• Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and support corrective actions
• Participate in continuous improvement programs, including Kaizen, TPM, and 5 Why investigations
• Train employees on laboratory procedures, equipment use, and quality standards

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

“A great place to work with kind and generous people. Staffmark is very flexible with my needs and always willing to help in personal matters.” – Quality Inspector, Staffmark

As a Quality Lab Technician you will inspect incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards and engineering specifications. You will use precision measuring equipment, document inspection results, identify nonconforming materials, support corrective actions, and help maintain quality records while promoting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for verifying product quality through inspection, measurement, and documentation that supports manufacturing excellence. This role requires technical knowledge, analytical ability, and a commitment to maintaining established quality standards.

Successful Quality Lab Technician professionals understand manufacturing processes, quality procedures, and inspection equipment while helping identify defects and improve production consistency. Reliable inspection practices support customer satisfaction and operational success.

This career is ideal for individuals who enjoy technical problem solving and quality assurance.