Sr. Lab Tech-3rd Shift

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Schedule routine and new product, cost reduction, tech service pilot plant trials

· Inventory and gather ingredients and supplies

· Fully own batch routine/complex fluid, cultured, and frozen formulations

· Fully own pilot plant and lab activities including assembly and operation

· Record data and report observations

· Assist project leaders with data interpretation

· Collaborate on next steps with project leaders

· Document standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and teach to others

· Independently conduct routine production trials

· Assist project leaders with complex production trials

· Independently conduct routine lab tests

· 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. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 2 to 4 years of experience in a food or dairy industry (Vocational or collegiate training considered commensurate for experience)

· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of pilot plant, production, and lab procedures

· Aptitude for equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation

· Working knowledge of mathematics for formula calculations

· Able to generate ideas, test their effectiveness, and assist plan of action

· Able to demonstrate professional oral and written communication

· Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans