Lab Technician Jobs in Nebraska
Lab Technician jobs in Nebraska concentrate in clinical diagnostics, agricultural and food testing, and pharmaceutical quality control, with demand steady from entry-level positions through senior and supervisory roles. Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island are the most active hiring markets, home to anchor employers such as Nebraska Medicine, Bryan Health, and Cargill. The most sought-after specialties are clinical laboratory science, microbiology, and quality assurance testing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Summary: As the Laboratory Technician, you will follow best available practices and procedures of a Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure maximum yield and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of Green Plains. In this position, you will normally be responsible for the day to day testing and quality control procedures as identified by the Lab Manager. You will report directly to Quality Control (QC) Lab Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assists in maintaining the Quality Management system (QMS).
- Monitors use and inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies.
- Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and calibrates laboratory equipment.
- Performs sample collection, preparation, and analysis per prescribed procedures.
- Collects and sends samples to outside laboratories for analytical testing.
- Properly documents all testing and calibration results within the company's data management system.
- Promptly communicates abnormal results as applicable.
- Prepares reports and analyzes data as applicable.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by management.
- Maintains safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
- Complies with all regulations related to QA/QC laboratories at all times.
- Completes all required safety training and helps champion safety compliance within the facility. .
- Follows programs and procedures required to ensure laboratory cleanliness and safety.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field. (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology) is preferred. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associates degree in a scientific field with a minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience will be considered.
- Working knowledge with data analysis software: Multiquant, MassHunter, ChemStation, Lab Solutions.
- Experience with automated laboratory equipment (HPLC, GC, NIR, IC).
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must have expertise and proficiency in office computer software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with Federal Drug and Administration (FDA) guidelines and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements is preferred.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- The employee must occasionally lift and/move up to 50 lbs.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise environments, outside weather in all conditions and process chemicals.
Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.
Green Plains does not provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for new hires (for example, H-1B, F-1 OPT, TN, or other work visas). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Company Description
Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients. This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels and renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels. Green Plains is an innovative producer of Sequence™ and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Summary: As the Laboratory Technician, you will follow best available practices and procedures of a Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure maximum yield and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of Green Plains. In this position, you will normally be responsible for the day to day testing and quality control procedures as identified by the Lab Manager. You will report directly to Quality Control (QC) Lab Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assists in maintaining the Quality Management system (QMS).
- Monitors use and inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies.
- Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and calibrates laboratory equipment.
- Performs sample collection, preparation, and analysis per prescribed procedures.
- Collects and sends samples to outside laboratories for analytical testing.
- Properly documents all testing and calibration results within the company's data management system.
- Promptly communicates abnormal results as applicable.
- Prepares reports and analyzes data as applicable.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by management.
- Maintains safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
- Complies with all regulations related to QA/QC laboratories at all times.
- Completes all required safety training and helps champion safety compliance within the facility. .
- Follows programs and procedures required to ensure laboratory cleanliness and safety.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field. (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology) is preferred. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associates degree in a scientific field with a minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience will be considered.
- Working knowledge with data analysis software: Multiquant, MassHunter, ChemStation, Lab Solutions.
- Experience with automated laboratory equipment (HPLC, GC, NIR, IC).
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must have expertise and proficiency in office computer software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with Federal Drug and Administration (FDA) guidelines and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements is preferred.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- The employee must occasionally lift and/move up to 50 lbs.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise environments, outside weather in all conditions and process chemicals.
Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay: a generous benefit package including business casual work environment, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching. All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.
Green Plains does not provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for new hires (for example, H-1B, F-1 OPT, TN, or other work visas). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Company Description
Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients. This includes the production of cleaner low carbon biofuels and renewable feedstocks for advanced biofuels. Green Plains is an innovative producer of Sequence™ and novel ingredients for animal and aquaculture diets to help satisfy a growing global appetite for sustainable protein.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lab technician jobs across Nebraska.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology, clinical laboratory science, or a closely related field
- ASCP Board of Certification or AMT credential recognized by Nebraska hiring employers
- Hands-on experience with laboratory instruments such as automated analyzers and microscopes
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems and accurate specimen documentation practices
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and proper handling of biological or chemical specimens
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established quality control procedures
Lab Technician Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a lab technician in Nebraska?
The most direct path is completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree program in clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, then earning a nationally recognized certification such as the ASCP Board of Certification or an AMT credential. Nebraska does not mandate a separate state-issued lab technician license, but most Nebraska hospitals and clinical labs require national certification as a condition of hire. Programs at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Southeast Community College prepare graduates for these credentials.
Which companies hire lab technicians in Nebraska?
Companies currently hiring lab technicians in Nebraska include Olsson, Nutrien, and Banner Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Nebraska's concentration of large health systems, agricultural processors, and food manufacturing facilities means openings appear across clinical, industrial, and quality-control settings throughout the state.
Which Nebraska cities have the most lab technician jobs?
Grand Island, Lincoln, and Ogallala lead Nebraska for lab technician openings. Omaha drives the largest share of postings as the state's primary healthcare hub, home to major hospital systems and medical research institutions, while Lincoln's university medical programs and regional health facilities generate consistent demand, and smaller markets reflect the agricultural and food-processing industries anchored there.
Are there remote lab technician jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. Lab technician work is largely hands-on and requires physical presence to handle specimens and operate equipment, so remote opportunities are limited by the nature of the role. About 0% of lab technician openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist tend to involve data review, laboratory information system management, or quality documentation rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a lab technician in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a lab assistant or specimen processor role at a Nebraska health system such as Nebraska Medicine or CHI Health, which regularly hire candidates without full technician credentials and provide on-the-job exposure. From those positions, many workers transition into technician roles once they complete certification. Community colleges like Metropolitan Community College in Omaha offer phlebotomy and lab assistant certificates that give applicants a measurable edge, and earning even an entry-level ASCP credential signals readiness to clinical hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to lab technician jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to lab technician jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings across clinical, agricultural, and industrial settings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your credentials and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.
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