QC Lab Technician I

Interested in a career that matters?

Interested in a career that matters?

At Novonesis, our Quality Control team plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of microbial cultures used across the dairy, meat, and wine industries. As a QC Lab Technician I, you will help support the testing and release of fermentation bulk materials and finished goods while contributing to a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

You will join a collaborative team of QC Lab Technicians, Lead Technicians, Media Technicians, and Lab Aides who work together to support laboratory operations and ensure our products meet the highest standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in microbiology and analytical laboratory practices while making an impact on products that help feed and sustain the world.

The Role & Your Impact

As a QC Lab Technician I, you will perform routine microbiological and analytical testing to support product quality and regulatory compliance. This entry-level role is designed to develop your laboratory skills while giving you hands-on experience with production processes, quality systems, and testing methodologies in a manufacturing environment.

Your key responsibilities in this role include:

• Perform routine laboratory testing with a focus on accuracy, reliability, and proper execution of established test methods.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), compliance requirements, and safety procedures.
• Utilize aseptic techniques to maintain sterility of media, equipment, and laboratory work areas.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of tests, evaluations, and analyses using company systems, including SAP and LIMS.
• Collaborate with team members to support daily laboratory operations and participate actively in QC, project, and cross-functional meetings.

What You'll Need to Be Successful in this Role

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or three years of full-time experience in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English for business purposes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow established procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Dependable and safety-minded approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

While not required, the following qualifications may help you excel in this role:

• Previous microbiology or analytical laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems or manufacturing quality systems.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Interest in microbiology, fermentation processes, and continuous learning.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements while maintaining quality standards.

What We Offer You

At Novonesis, you will have the opportunity to grow your laboratory expertise while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment. We are committed to developing our employees through hands-on learning, training opportunities, and exposure to a wide range of quality control and manufacturing processes. You will be part of a team that values safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork while contributing to innovative biosolutions that make a positive impact around the world.

Working Conditions

• Primarily scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Participation in a rotating pod schedule is required, which includes working Tuesday through Saturday for approximately four months throughout the year.
• This is an on-site position located in West Allis, Wisconsin.
• Weekly overtime is generally not required; however, employees are required to work one major holiday and one minor holiday each year.
• The role requires standing and being on your feet for the majority of the shift.
• Work is performed in a temperature-controlled laboratory and manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, industrial noise, food and biological materials, chemical agents, and fermentation process odors.
• Compliance with facility requirements regarding personal protective practices, hygiene standards, food and beverage restrictions, and cell phone usage in production and warehouse areas.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting pay: $26.00 per hour

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Healthcare savings account option
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• All benefits begin on your first day

Relevant Information

Location: West Allis, Wisconsin (Culture Plant)

Application Deadline: September 1, 2026

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.


Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.


We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.


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