Also called: Central Laboratory Technician (CLT), Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech), QC Tech (Quality Control Technician), Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst)
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Arts and Humanities
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Math
Realistic
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Data base user interface and query software
Presentation software
Electronic mail software
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