QC Lab Technician

Interested in a career that matters?

At Novonesis, we use science to transform how the world produces food and beverages—sustainably and responsibly. Our Quality Control team in West Allis, Wisconsin plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and performance of microbial cultures used across the dairy, meat, and wine industries. You'll join a collaborative QC organization responsible for the testing and release of fermentation bulk and packaged finished goods.

The broader team includes QC Lab Technicians, Lead Technicians, Media Technicians, Lab Aides, and a QC Intern, all working closely together to support production, quality, and continuous improvement. Every test you run and every result you record directly supports Novonesis' purpose of enabling better products and a better planet.

As a QC Lab Technician I, you will perform routine microbiological and analytical testing under close supervision while building strong foundational laboratory skills. This is an entry-level role designed for individuals eager to grow their technical expertise and understanding of production processes in a regulated manufacturing environment. Your work ensures that products released from our site meet strict quality, safety, and compliance standards—making you a key contributor to operational excellence and customer trust.

• Performing routine laboratory testing with a strong focus on accuracy, reliability, and proper execution of test methods
• Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), compliance, and safety requirements at all times
• Using aseptic techniques to maintain sterility of media, equipment, and work areas
• Recording detailed and accurate test results and evaluations in company systems such as SAP and LIMS
• Collaborating with teammates to support daily laboratory operations and participating in QC, project, and cross‑functional meetings prepared and on time

This role is well‑suited for someone early in their laboratory career who is motivated to learn and grow.

• A bachelor's degree in a scientific field or three years of full‑time laboratory experience
• Ability to work effectively under close supervision while developing technical confidence
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English for business purposes

• Interest in microbiology, fermentation, or food‑related industries
• Comfort working in a regulated manufacturing or laboratory environment
• Familiarity with electronic data systems or laboratory documentation practices
• Willingness to learn from experienced technicians and take feedback positively

At Novonesis, you'll find more than a job—you'll find opportunities to grow.

• Hands‑on technical development in a quality‑controlled laboratory environment
• Supportive onboarding and on‑the‑job training from experienced technicians and leads
• A collaborative team culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• The chance to contribute to products that make a real‑world impact across global food systems

• Schedule: Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday
• Rotating pod requirement: For approximately four months per year (not consecutively), the schedule shifts to Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• On‑site role only
• Overtime: Weekly overtime is not typical; however, employees are required to work one major holiday and one minor holiday per year, which results in overtime
• Physical demands: You will be on your feet for the majority of the shift
• Work environment: Temperature‑controlled laboratory and manufacturing setting with exposure to mechanical equipment, industrial noise, food and biological materials, chemical agents, and fermentation process odors

• No jewelry, false fingernails, nail polish, false eyelashes, heavy perfume/cologne, bobby pins, or small hair clips
• Adherence to personal hygiene, food and beverage restrictions, and limited cell phone use in production areas