The posting
At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage.
The Analytical Laboratory Technician supports Thorne's Quality Control Laboratory by performing routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and other samples to ensure accurate and reliable laboratory results.
Working within a regulated manufacturing environment, this position performs laboratory analyses using established standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and approved analytical methods. Responsibilities include sample receiving, sample preparation, routine and advanced testing, laboratory documentation, and maintaining an organized and compliant laboratory environment.
Depending on experience, training, and certification level, the Analytical Laboratory Technician may perform more advanced analytical testing, troubleshoot laboratory methods and instrumentation, participate in method development, and provide technical guidance to other laboratory team members.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented laboratory professional with strong analytical skills, sound technical judgment, and a commitment to accuracy, consistency, and quality. This individual is comfortable following established procedures, managing testing priorities, maintaining thorough documentation, and collaborating with laboratory colleagues to support testing turnaround times.
All laboratory activities must be performed in accordance with applicable current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), SOPs, and ISO 17025 laboratory management system requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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
Analytical Laboratory Technician I
- 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.
WHAT YOU NEED
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.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- 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.
WHAT WE OFFER
- 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
