Analytical Laboratory Technician

Analytical Testing & Laboratory Operations

• Receive incoming laboratory samples and distribute them to the appropriate testing areas for analysis.
• Perform routine qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and other samples as required.
• Conduct basic wet chemistry and bench analyses, including titrations and other established analytical procedures.
• Prepare laboratory samples, standards, solutions, and reagents according to approved methods and procedures.
• Perform assigned testing using established SOPs, work instructions, and analytical methods.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation safely and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Produce accurate, consistent, and reproducible analytical results.
• Recognize unexpected or potentially aberrant analytical results and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Troubleshoot routine analytical issues within the scope of training and technical proficiency.
• Support more advanced analytical testing and instrumentation troubleshooting as qualifications and certifications allow.
• Maintain adequate laboratory supplies and support inventory management.
• Perform laboratory housekeeping and cleaning activities to maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

• Perform laboratory activities in accordance with applicable cGMP, GDP, SOPs, work instructions, and approved test methods.
• Complete and maintain accurate, timely, and traceable documentation of laboratory procedures, testing activities, observations, and results.
• Ensure laboratory results are reproducible, properly recorded, and consistent with established testing requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laboratory procedures and regulatory requirements as they evolve.
• Support the integrity of the laboratory management system in accordance with applicable ISO 17025 requirements.
• Maintain impartiality and confidentiality in all laboratory activities.
• Identify and communicate potential risks to impartiality, confidentiality, data integrity, or laboratory compliance.
• Follow approved procedures when documenting, investigating, or escalating unexpected analytical results.
• Support laboratory quality and inspection readiness through accurate documentation and compliant work practices.

Laboratory Collaboration & Execution

• Manage assigned testing activities efficiently to support laboratory turnaround-time expectations.
• Communicate sample status, testing delays, analytical concerns, and potential risks to appropriate laboratory personnel.
• Collaborate with Analytical Chemists, Laboratory Technicians, Shift Leads, and laboratory leadership to support daily testing priorities.
• Provide technical support to colleagues and supervisors within demonstrated areas of expertise.
• Complete assigned laboratory objectives accurately and within established timeframes.
• Participate in required technical training and maintain applicable analytical qualifications and certifications.
• Support continuous improvement in laboratory efficiency, documentation practices, and testing processes.
• Work assigned shifts and overtime as required to support laboratory operations.
  
  

Career Level Expectations

• Perform basic, routine analytical testing of incoming raw materials, work-in-process materials, finished products, and other samples.
• Receive samples into the laboratory and distribute them to the appropriate analytical testing areas.
• Perform wet bench analyses, titrations, and other established routine testing procedures.
• Follow established instructions and guidelines while working under general supervision.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques according to approved procedures.
• Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laboratory management system requirements.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Relevant laboratory experience and demonstrated aptitude for performing technical laboratory assignments preferred.
• Experience performing routine analytical testing in a laboratory environment preferred.
• Familiarity with sample preparation, wet chemistry, titrations, or other laboratory testing techniques preferred.
• Experience working within a cGMP-regulated laboratory or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established laboratory procedures and produce accurate, reproducible results.

Technical Knowledge

• Working knowledge of basic analytical laboratory principles and qualitative and quantitative testing techniques.
• Ability to perform sample receiving, sample preparation, routine testing, and laboratory documentation.
• Understanding of wet chemistry, titrations, and other established analytical procedures.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation, including ICP-OES/ICP-MS, GC, HPLC, and LC-MS, based on assigned responsibilities and certification level.
• Ability to recognize unexpected or aberrant analytical results and appropriately communicate concerns.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine laboratory analyses and, at advanced levels, major instrumentation issues.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, SOPs, work instructions, and laboratory quality requirements.
• Understanding of laboratory documentation, data accuracy, reproducibility, and traceability.
• Familiarity with applicable ISO 17025 laboratory management system requirements.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving whole numbers, decimals, and laboratory measurements.
• Proficiency with or ability to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and effectively use laboratory software and systems, including a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy and consistency throughout sample preparation, analytical testing, calculations, and documentation.
• Analytical Skills: Applies established laboratory methods and analytical principles to produce reliable testing results.
• Quality & Compliance: Demonstrates a strong commitment to cGMP, GDP, SOPs, and laboratory quality standards.
• Data Integrity: Ensures laboratory results and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, reproducible, and traceable.
  Problem Solving: Identifies testing discrepancies, evaluates potential causes, and applies appropriate troubleshooting methods.
• Time Management: Effectively manages assigned testing activities and completes work within established timelines.
• Organization: Maintains orderly laboratory work areas, accurate records, and appropriate supplies.
• Communication: Clearly communicates testing status, analytical findings, technical concerns, and potential delays.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with laboratory colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders to support laboratory objectives.
• Judgment & Escalation: Recognizes unexpected results, quality concerns, or testing issues and promptly communicates them to appropriate personnel.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned testing responsibilities and follows procedures consistently.
• Technical Learning: Develops and maintains proficiency in laboratory methods, instrumentation, systems, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing sample priorities, laboratory requirements, and testing needs.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve laboratory efficiency, accuracy, documentation, and testing processes.

• Ability to safely work with ingredients and products derived from potentially allergenic sources, including nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.
• Ability to work in laboratory environments with periodic exposure to acids, solvents, fumes, and airborne particles while using required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work while wearing laboratory PPE, including a lab coat, safety glasses, and nitrile gloves.
• Ability to remain stationary and move throughout the laboratory unassisted during the assigned shift.
• Ability to safely and carefully operate laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other employees.
• Ability to see and read small print.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 30 pounds, including moving items between floor and table height.
• Ability to periodically reach overhead and to the side while performing laboratory activities.

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company- paid life insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities