Food Lab Analyst – Hands-On QC & Growth

Laboratory Analyst 1

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ALS Food Safety provides an extensive range of food analytical testing services, including food production environments and raw and cooked meat, dairy, produce, seafood, and animal feeds. We work closely with our clients to ensure their needs are met now and in the future. Due to growth, ALS is currently recruiting for Laboratory Analysts in our Aurora, NE Food Lab.

• Receive, log, and prepare samples and perform analysis according to procedures and test methods.
• Perform calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations.
• Calibrate equipment as required.
• Maintain an understanding of and ensure compliance to the Quality System, including the manual and system procedures (QMSPs).
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.

• 4/10 work schedule.
• Significant time working in a laboratory environment (ten to twelve hours per business day).
• Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, stoop and crouch up to 80% of the time while performing the duties of this position.
• Must be able to lift (with both hands) and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier loads with assistance.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Multi‑tasked, organized, and detail oriented.
• Problem‑solving capabilities.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory in the food safety sector.
• Life Science degree is a plus.

• Structured wage increase.
• Comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, and access to company perks.
• Additional vacation days for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e‑learning and more).

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa.

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that reflects and affirms the diversity of our society. ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE: AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.