Lyons Magnus leads the food industry with creativity and innovation, crafting top-quality products across all manufacturing phases, from raw materials to marketing. With over 2000 diverse items for industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons caters to leading restaurant chains nationally and internationally.

At Lyons, our diverse and talented staff is the heart of our organization. We foster a thriving work environment where employees are engaged in shaping both the company's and their own future.

A member of the Product Development department, a food service and healthcare product division at Lyons Magnus, an international food and beverage manufacturer headquartered in Fresno, California. The Lab Technician is responsible for support in the areas of product development and related activities 

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Location: Fresno, CA

Travel Requirements: N/A

Work Environment: Lab/office

Employment Status: Temporary

 Core Responsibilities:

• Supports the mission, values and vision of the company. 
• Maintains the best interest of Lyons Magnus first and foremost.
•  Works with employees of Lyons Magnus in a positive and constructive manner to maintain a professional relationship and demonstrates courtesy, discretion, friendliness, and diplomacy. 
• Works within a team environment to share information and help others as needed.· Analyzes sensory, chemical and physical characteristics of lab, pilot plant and production samples using a refractometer, pH meter, viscometer and other instruments.
• Supports Product Development scientist, technologist and pilot plant activities.
• Plans and conducts a complete project of significant scope.
• Communicates results of tasks in oral and written form.
• Often trains other technicians in variety of complex techniques.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled in MS Excel Spreadsheets and Word Documents and other basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to handle complex duties and prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Knowledge of food and beverage manufacturing processes

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2–5 years of related experience
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Working knowledge of food and beverage manufacturing operations, including experience with kettle mixers, scales, and micro lab processes