Lab Technician - 2nd shift

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, Minnesota, 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


We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our team and play a critical role in our dairy production process. As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for conducting routine laboratory tests and analysis to ensure the quality and safety of our products.

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.

Compensation:

Compensation for this position is commensurate with education, experience, and relevant qualifications.

West Point Dairy Products participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment testing. Due to the nature of our operations and commitment to workplace safety, all positions at West Point Dairy Products LLC., are designated as safety-sensitive positions.

A conviction record or pending charge will not automatically disqualify an applicant and will be evaluated based on job relevance in compliance with applicable laws.

Summary of Benefits:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our team members, including:

• Health & Dental Insurance - after 60 days of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - With 5% company match after 6 months of employment
• Vacation after 90 days of employment
• Holiday Pay after 90 days of employment
• Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance after 90 days of employment
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• Bi-Weekly Pay through Direct Deposit
• Company-provided Group Term Life insurance coverage
• Safety Footwear Reimbursement
• Professional Growth - Opportunities for training, advancement, and career development

Position Requirements

Knowledge, 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), Associates, Technical, or Bachelors preferred.
• Quality Control or Lab experience preferred.

Category
Quality Control

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
West Point Dairy Products (New Ulm)

Shift
Second


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.