JOB DETAILS

FSQ Lab Technician | 1st Shift

CompanyGehl Food & Beverage
LocationLathrop
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 9, 2026
About The Company
Gehl Foods is a leader in ready-to-serve “aseptic” foods & beverages that lock in dairy freshness without refrigeration. Under its Gehl’s® brand and many private labels, the company serves over 200,000 retailers, foodservice operators and distributors throughout the US. Gehl Foods also serves as a strategic partner and major contract manufacturer for several global brands.
About the Role

Description

Now Hiring: FSQ Lab Technician | 1st Shift 

Shift/Schedule: 6:00AM - 6:30PM | Alternative Work Schedule 

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly


Why join our team?

  • Need cash before payday? We've got you covered with on demand pay
  • Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages)
  • Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
  • Generous PTO & holidays
  • Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
  • Amazing team & culture focused on:
  • Communication | Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

  • Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
  • Referral bonus program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
  • Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
  • Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

What You’ll Do

  • Execute microbiological testing procedures for verifying commercial sterility of finished products.
  • Execute Environmental Monitoring Program.
  • Coordinate storage, organization and shipment of finished product samples.
  • Execute Water Testing Program.
  • Execute Sensory Program for finished products.
  • Create COA and execute communication process for finished products release.
  • Coordinate verification, calibration routines and maintenance program for laboratory equipment and instruments across all labs.
  • Develop and validate quality assurance testing methods.
  • Coordinate external lab testing programs.
  • Provide support and execute positive release process for finished products.
  • Provide contribution towards root cause analysis of customer complaint investigations.
  • Provide contribution towards maintenance and improvement of FSQ documentation practices.
  • Maintain organization, cleanliness and housekeeping of FSQ Lab area.
  • Order and perform inventory control for supplies and reagents.
  • Other duties, as assigned by management.

Requirements

  What You’ll Need

  • Experience in food manufacturing or the beverage/ingredient industry preferred. 
  • Knowledge of and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices. 
  • Knowledge of microbiological testing methods, including rapid and standard methods for food products. 
  • Experience with analytical/chemistry testing for food products (e.g., sugars, ash, moisture, pH). 
  • Experience with food safety risk assessments, verification, and validation activities. 
  • Proficiency with electronic devices and software, including computers, tablets, productivity tools, and ERP systems. 
  • Knowledge of Gram staining and LIMS. 
Key Skills
Microbiological TestingEnvironmental MonitoringWater TestingSensory Program ExecutionCalibrationQuality AssuranceRoot Cause AnalysisInventory ControlGood Laboratory PracticesAnalytical Chemistry TestingFood Safety Risk AssessmentERP SystemsGram StainingLIMS
Categories
Science & ResearchManufacturingFood & BeverageEngineeringSecurity & Safety
Benefits
On Demand PayQuarterly BonusesMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) MatchPaid Time OffHolidaysTuition ReimbursementHSA Medical PlanShopping And Travel DiscountsReferral Bonus Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Execute microbiological, water, and sensory testing to verify the commercial sterility and quality of finished products. Coordinate laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and the positive release process for products.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$22 - $26
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
310
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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