Lab Technician - 2nd Shift

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Lab Technician 2nd Shift!We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!2nd Shift, Tuesday - Saturday 1:00PM - 9:30PM (Sunday & Monday off)Rate $22.75/hr. + $1.50/hr. Shift Dif. (2nd and 3rd Shift)GENERAL PURPOSEPerform tasks related to the testing of products, setting of samples, and following through on various quality assurance programs. Test and inspect products at various stages of the batching and production process. Compile and evaluate data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Use gauges and other devices to verify conformity to standards of products being tested. Work with a high degree of accuracy and concentration to produce valid test results in a timely manner. Ensure that products are produced and distributed to the highest food safety and quality standards.Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesEnsure quality of batch preparation and quality control activities, including process inspection, sampling, and evaluation to meet specification and quality standardsProperly test incoming and outgoing products for suitability and compliance with appropriate standardsPerform sample setup/sorting, preparation, and clean-upCalibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation as directedNotify supervisor of any out-of-range value or variation from accepted norms in operations or product quality immediately, monitor quality problems or trendsMaintain lab records as directed. Complete all required paperwork accurately, clearly, timely, and completely with required information. Complete data entry into the computer system(s). Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with standard operation proceduresPrepare reports of resultsMaintain process control by monitoring and/or generating statistical information and reporting to team leader or supervisorParticipate in task meetings and suggest changes in work tasks and use of equipment to increase efficienciesPerform daily cleaning of task area keeping work area free of clutter. During CIP (Clean in Place), perform detail cleaning in task areas. Wash lab utensils and glassware; assist with other clean-up activitiesMaintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issuesFollow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirementsThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required,Education And ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent coupled with food manufacturing, laboratory, food testing, quality assurance, or related work experience; or post-secondary education related to food science, biological science, or related sciencesUp to 1 year of food manufacturing laboratory or quality assurance experience preferredCertification and/or License - may be required during course of employment such as Better Processing Certificate, state certification for antibiotic testing, etc.Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesFamiliarity with all applicable laboratory equipmentAble to use Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systemsAble to use and understand calculations used for laboratory analysisAble to follow laboratory procedures and state and federal regulations regarding the testing of applicable productsAble to keep good records (record keeping skill)Able to follow directionsAble to work with accuracy and attention to detailAble to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingAble to work in collaboration, foster good teamwork, and promptly share relevant information with othersAble to identify problems, take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems, and implement solutionsAble to perform task and duties without constant supervisionMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans22.75