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Lactalis American Group · 15 hours ago

Lab Technician - $22.50/hour (Fri, Sat, Sun 6a-6p)

Brattleboro, VT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr

0+ years exp

Lactalis American Group is a family-owned leader in the dairy industry, committed to providing meaningful opportunities for career growth. The Lab Technician role involves performing evaluations and analysis of raw materials and products to ensure quality and safety in yogurt production.

DairyFood and Beverage

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures

Collect, analyze, and evaluate samples from each step of yogurt production and approve for use in production or distribution using various test equipment, test procedures, and methodology

Hold product based on specifications and product knowledge

Prepare and add sensitive ingredients to the product during various points of the process, including, but not limited to: culture, vitamins, and minerals

Monitor and approve production equipment sanitation, start-up, and performance using control devices and tests

Monitor the environment of the plant using various test equipment and procedures and communicate results to the operations team on a regular basis, to include, but not limited to: air sampling, swabbing drains

Perform audits on Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the plant

Prepare paperwork for use in reporting results to State Agencies

Maintain and calibrate test equipment using control devices and tests

Communicate with operations employees regarding issues, results, and status of evaluations daily

Maintain good hygiene at all times

Perform other duties as assigned

Verifies compliance and alerts QA Supervisor and/or Manager of any deviations from approved product specifications

Qualification

Food safetyQuality controlSAPMathematics proficiencyTest equipment calibrationWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeamworkAdaptabilityAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of a High School diploma, GED, 3-6 months of related training and/or experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must be able to routinely lift up to 25 lbs

Mathematics proficiency in using algebraic expressions

Computer knowledge is required

Must demonstrate an ability to perform logical and rational deductions

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to take direction and work both independently and in a team environment

Ability to follow procedures to detail and work under pressure

Ability to maintain an organized and clean work area

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time

Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints

Ability to operate in a team environment

Ability to adapt in a changing work environment

Preferred

Experience with SAP is a plus

Knowledge of IBM Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Variety of affordable benefits and coverage options

Insurance costs significantly supported

Generous contributions to retirement plans

Paid Time Off from day one

Training and development opportunities

Education Reimbursement

Company

Lactalis American Group

Lactalis American Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, produces and supplies cheese in North America.

Founded in 1933

Buffalo, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.lactalisamericangroup.com

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