NPIC ยท 6 days ago
Research Development Laboratory Technician
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $65K/yrNPIC is seeking a Research Development Laboratory Technician responsible for testing materials and products to meet regulatory and quality standards. The role involves performing lab tests, recording data, managing raw materials, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Animal FeedManufacturingPet
Responsibilities
Perform lab testing / trials on raw materials, formulas, finished products, packed goods, etc., via sampling, mixing, running trials with processing engineers, operating testing equipment (pH meter, water activity meter, etc)
Record testing data and perform preliminary analysis
Record detailed testing results, findings, and summaries; draft proper and comprehensive test reports as needed; obtain necessary information from cross-function teams to include in the reports as needed
Handle and manage regular raw materials NPIC use for R&D testing purposes; manage and store unique raw materials for various potential projects and maintain proper and up-to-date records
Manage finished products storage and inspection and keep up-to-date records
Summarize, analyze and/or collaborate with 3rd parties to determine/recommend specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, certification processes, formulas, measuring instruments, etc., with, but not limited to, data, manuals, materials, and 3rd party expertise
Clean, maintain, calibrate, repair instruments and test equipment as needed
Assist with on-going cross-functional projects and all R&D initiations as needed
Qualification
Required
Degree or equivalent working experience required for this position
Must be authorized to work in the US
Must have a good sense of confidentiality
Must have basic data analysis and critical thinking skills
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and with high efficiency
Must be competent with Microsoft Excel
Must be competent with laboratory testing equipment
Must be able to effectively communicate with every caliber of employee
Must be able to effectively communicate in English (oral, verbal, and read/write)
Must be a team player
Must be detail oriented
Must be well organized
Company
NPIC
NPIC produces and sells natural pet treats and chews for dogs, cats, and ferrets.
Founded in 1996
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
NPIC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (5)
2023 (1)
2022 (1)
2021 (4)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Company data provided by crunchbase