Lab Technician

Lab Technician

• Food processing/ manufacturing 3rd shift Reading, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22487197 Summary Reading, PA In-Person $21.50
• $21.

50 per Hour 1 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Night, Weekend, Rotation Shift / Full-Time Description Join a great company! We are a purpose-driven organization, starting with providing the world with nature's most perfect food: milk.

Hours:

12mid

• 8am, with rotating 4 day on, 2 day off work schedule to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as scheduled.

General Purpose:

Test all raw, intermediate, and finished products as well as collecting and testing environmental samples according to established procedures. Discover and prevent defects and improve quality. Work with a high degree of accuracy and concentration to produce valid test results in a timely manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform receiving lab duties including weighing trucks, observing sample collections, and preparation of receiving tickets. Evaluate truck shipments for acceptance based upon established criteria. Complete entry into the computer systems and generate requested reports. Perform testing using the Near Infra-red methods, scorch tests, acidity tests, sink work, and other appropriate lab equipment. Prepare chemical solutions and media required for laboratory testing. Sterilize equipment as needed. Perform butterfat and total solids tests on fluid milk; cream; condensed and sweetened condensed milk; and powdered products. Maintain lab records of samples, test results, and lab quality control measures in an up-to-date, legible, and accurate manner ensuring the accuracy of results. Certify that finished product is suitable for sale by meeting government and customer specifications. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the lab and the integrity of all testing results. Perform basic microbiology and environmental sampling as required. Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive. Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Prefer two year applied science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science or Microbiology
• 1 year experience in a food laboratory or similar role Certification and/or License
• Approved as a Pennsylvania Industry Analyst for Appendix N Testing Program or able to obtain within 45 days of employment. Participate in necessary programs annually to maintain approval.
• Able to obtain Pennsylvania Weighmaster license within 30 days of employment
• May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment

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