Hilmar · 13 hours ago
Lab Technician Microbiology (Days)
Dodge City, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23.07/hr - $29.12/hr
1+ years expHilmar Cheese Company is committed to innovation and sustainability in the dairy industry. The Lab Technician is responsible for performing microbiological testing and sampling, ensuring accurate data entry and communication with plant staff, and maintaining laboratory standards and equipment.
Food and Beverage
No H1B
Responsibilities
Learn and efficiently perform lab tests presently conducted, and lab testing initiated in the future
Will be expected to be flexible and at most times able to do multiple test steps at once
Ability to assume duties without being asked and solve problems on an independent basis
Enter test results into the database and generate reports
Comply with all internal and external lab proficiency tests
All other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Demonstrates proficiency on position specific needs and analysis requirements
Demonstrates compliance of the proficiency tests by generating results that consistently fall within 2 z-scores
As tasks are introduced, lab staff may be asked to take a written procedure, order their own supplies, and start performing the testing with little input
Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal customers
Manage and maintain confidential information
Maintain professional standards and demonstrate sound judgment during peaks periods of activity
Annual completion of OSHA required safety training
Qualification
Required
English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write and speak English
High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution plus 1 year lab experience (Lab experience can include HS science courses)
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Must be open to working weekends, holidays and rotating shifts (day/swing/graveyard) as necessary) and working overtime as necessary
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or related field
Experience in a Lab I, II or III role or 1 year lab experience
Intermediate experience in SAP
Strong written and oral communication skills
Has completed/in the process of completing HCC Level 1 Leadership training
Company
Hilmar
Hilmar improves lives around the world by being a leading producer of wholesome dairy products that contribute to the success of all stakeholders.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Price
Chief Financial Officer
Scott Graham
Chief Operating Officer
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