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Tillamook County Creamery Association · 10 hours ago

Lab Technician (Day Shift)

Decatur, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.81/hr - $22.81/hr

1+ years exp

Tillamook County Creamery Association is an independent farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to quality in food production. The Lab Technician will perform microbial and chemical analyses of dairy products, assist with sensory evaluations, and maintain data records, contributing to the quality assurance processes of the organization.

DairyFood and Beverage

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

The Lab Technician performs microbial and chemical analysis of milk, raw cream, condensed skim and ice cream; other testing to include milk components, sensory evaluation, antibiotics, added water, sediments and drinking water

May perform the following testing using wet chemistry or rapid analysis equipment depending upon the daily schedule: Microbial and chemical analysis of milk or ice cream

Other testing may include sensory evaluation, antibiotics, added water, or sediment

Assists with descriptive sensory analysis, statistical analysis and writes technical briefs

Enters information into specialized database i.e. MS Navision (NAV) as needed

Performs all other duties as assigned as needed

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public

Ability to communicate effectively

Must be a team player and be able to interact with staff at all levels of the company

Must be computer literate with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. SharePoint is a plus

Experience with specialized database i.e. ERP systems such as NAV or Navision is preferred

Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and be flexible in working on multiple projects simultaneously

Must be able to prioritize work. Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision

Qualification

Microbial analysisChemical analysisData entryDairy science degreeERP systems experienceComputer literacyTeam playerEffective communicationTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in dairy science or related field

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public

Ability to communicate effectively

Must be a team player and be able to interact with staff at all levels of the company

Must be computer literate with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and be flexible in working on multiple projects simultaneously

Must be able to prioritize work

Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision

Must be able to work some weekends and holidays

Sitting

Standing/and or walking

Lifting 35 lbs

Vision for machine or computer operations

Hearing

Ability to climb stairs

Preferred

Experience with specialized database i.e. ERP systems such as NAV or Navision

1+ experience in the dairy sensory or working lab

Benefits

Health Coverage: Low premiums for medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.

Retirement: 401(k) with 100% match on the first 6% you contribute.

Wellness Support: Up to $420 annually for fitness-related expenses.

Time Off: Competitive vacation, 10 paid holidays, birthday off, Heritage Day, and paid volunteer time.

Family Support: Pet insurance and inclusive family-forming benefits including adoption assistance.

Education: Financial assistance for online degrees, tuition reimbursement, and access to Rosetta Stone.

Extra Perks: Yum Bucks for free Tillamook products, birthday gifts, employee discounts, and more.

Company

Tillamook County Creamery Association

Founded in 1909 as a farmer-owned cooperative, Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) prides itself on its commitment to bringing to market the most consistent, best tasting, highest quality dairy products made in the most natural way possible.

Founded in 1909

Tillamook, Oregon, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.tillamook.com/

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