Job Details
About the Organization
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of butter and dairy ingredients since 1904 and we are always looking to add to our team. With additional facilities across Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Utah, Grassland is a key player in the dairy industry dedicated to producing high-quality products while maintaining a positive work environment for a driven, talent-filled team of employees.
Our company offers the most comprehensive benefits package in the area to our employees, generous paid time off, and competitive wages.
Description
Description:
A Lab Technician is responsible for the designated analysis of any environmental and/or incoming/outgoing product to ensure that specification is met, along with any other quality related duties as assigned
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety, food safety and quality assurance practices.
- Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping in a legible manner.
- Gather, prepare, and analyze in process, incoming and finished products for analytical and microbiological components as required.
- Gather and analyze environmental samples such as sponges, air, and water.
- Submit samples to customers and outside testing labs as required.
- Prepare agar and reagents for lab testing.
- Evaluate keeping quality samples.
- Generate COA's based on lab results.
- Perform plant wide quality audits & inspections to ensure all employees are complying with good manufacturing, safety, food safety and quality assurance practices.
Position RequirementsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to adapt effectively with a continually changing and demanding environment
- Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of Safety, Quality and Efficiency
- Basic computer skills
- Demonstrate the Qualified Individuals responsibilities for the Preventative Control - Cleaning and Sanitation Program.
Education/Experience: - High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Must speak, read, and understand English
- Quality Control or Lab experience preferred
Category Quality Control
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Location Grassland Dairy Products
Shift Third
Pay: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hiring Bonus: $2,000Benefits Weekly pay; No premium company-paid health, dental and life insurance; Short-term disability; 401(k) profit sharing with a match of 5%; vacation and PTO; referral bonus
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.