A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
Cumberland Dairy has an immediate job opening for a Lab Technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials, and associated items, while adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements. The person in this position would need to maintain all applicable standard operating procedures, while utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
Cumberland Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Cumberland Dairy, we produce millions of gallons of ultra-pasteurized, refrigerated, extended shelf-life products annually and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities•come join us!
OUR TECHNICIANS FOR THIS POSITION START AT AN HOURLY RATE OF
401(k) with company contribution Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities•we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee appreciation events
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Uniforms provided
Work for dairy farm families
REQUIREMENTS
Associate's degree in science field or 1-2 years related experience is required. Biological Science degree preferred
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to read, speak, and write in English
Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
Must be able to work in a wet environment
May occasionally be exposed to chemicals
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays An Equal Opportunity Employer
