Junior Laboratory Analysis

Job Title: Laboratory Analysis - Junior*No C2C/No Sponsorship/No 1099*Location: Thompsons Station, TN -100% onsiteDuration: 6+ Month Contract with potential extensionEmployment Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)Working Days: Saturday – WednesdayHours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMPay: $25-27 per hourAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable Laboratory Analyst to join our dynamic laboratory team in Thompson’s Station, TN. In this role, you will play an essential part in supporting analytical chemists and technicians who conduct critical quality and food safety testing on raw materials and finished products, primarily for pet nutrition brands.Working within a collaborative, fast-paced 10-person team, you will ensure our testing operations run smoothly by preparing samples, maintaining clean and organized laboratory equipment, managing supply inventory, and adhering to strict quality protocols.Key ResponsibilitiesSample Preparation & Handling: Receive, catalog, store, and prepare raw material (plant- and animal-derived) and finished pet food samples for quality and food safety testing.Laboratory Maintenance & Sanitation: Thoroughly wash, sanitize, dry, and store critical glassware and testing apparatus according to standard laboratory sanitation procedures.Inventory & Supply Management: Monitor laboratory consumables, reagents, and supplies; coordinate timely reorders to prevent testing delays.Housekeeping & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace aligned with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and safety standards.Documentation & Data Entry: Record sample intake, track inventory levels, and log daily activities using Microsoft Office tools.Team Collaboration: Communicate daily with analysts, technicians, and line leadership to prioritize testing support needs.Basic Qualifications (Required)Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.Experience: 0+ years (entry-level candidates welcome; comprehensive on-the-job training provided).Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across shifts.Computer Skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs repeatedly and work comfortably standing/moving in a laboratory setting.Environment Comfort: Willing and able to handle raw materials derived from both plants and animals.Preferred Qualifications (Bonus)Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical science (Chemistry, Biology, Food Science) or Engineering.1–2+ years of experience in a laboratory, quality control, or food manufacturing environment.Prior experience with laboratory inventory tracking, glassware washing, and data entry.Working knowledge of basic chemistry principles or food safety standards.