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Lab Technician
Dairy Farmers of America
Pacific, KSA
Full Time
Entry
Onsite
4 weeks ago
Microbiological TestingSensory AnalysispH MeasurementViscosity MeasurementATP TestingCIP/COP Verification
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About the Role
Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Lab Technician to ensure the safety and quality of liquid ice cream mix by performing analytical, sensory, and microbiological testing. You will support process control, collect and test samples, and document results in a food manufacturing environment.
Key Skills for This Role
Microbiological TestingSensory AnalysispH MeasurementViscosity MeasurementATP TestingCIP/COP Verification
Responsibilities
- Collect, organize, incubate, move, and test samples in a timely and efficient manner
- Perform sensory and quantitative analysis on production sample to verify product specifications
- Analyze taste, odor, color, pH, TA, particles, viscosity, Fat%, TS%, and homogenization of product samples
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation as directed
- Notify supervisor and production immediately of any out of specification results; enact out of spec procedures
- Maintain and complete required documentation (paper and electronic) accurately and legibly each shift
- Participate in shift huddles to anticipate required testing and prevent production delays due to QA
- Analyze incubated products for presence of microbial biomarkers; plate samples on petrifilm as required
- Verify CIP/COP with ATP quick swabs
- Perform daily cleaning and weekly inventory checks
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent coupled with food manufacturing, laboratory, food testing, quality assurance, or related work experience
- Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree in food or Dairy Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field
- Preferred: Up to 1 year of food manufacturing laboratory or quality assurance experience
- Obtaining certifications is mandatory for continued employment in this position
- Familiar with cGLP and all applicable laboratory equipment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and company computer systems
- Understands and applies calculations used in laboratory analysis
- Able to follow laboratory procedures and comply with state and federal regulations for product testing
- Maintains accurate, legible, and organized records
- Follows verbal and written instructions
- Able to work with accuracy, attention to detail, and minimal supervision
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
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General Purpose
- Ensure the safety and quality of finished liquid ice cream mix by performing analytical, sensory, and microbiological testing.
- Support process control through CIP/COP verification, allergen testing, sanitizer checks, and instrument calibration review.
- Collect, organize, and test samples; manage incubation; and plate samples to detect microbial contamination.
- Accurately document and report results, promptly escalate out‑of‑spec findings, and deliver valid test results in a timely manner.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Collect, organize, incubate, move, and test samples in a timely and efficient manner.
- Perform sensory and quantitative analysis on production sample to verify product specifications.
- Analyze taste, odor, color, pH, TA, particles, viscosity, Fat%, TS%, and homogenization of product samples.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation as directed.
- Notify supervisor and production immediately of any out of specification results; enact out of spec. procedures.
- Maintain and complete required documentation (paper and electronic) accurately and legible each shift.
- Participate in shift huddles to anticipate the required testing and prevent production delays due to QA.
- Analyze incubated products for presence of microbial biomarkers. Plate samples on petrifilm as required.
- Verify CIP/COP with ATP quick swabs.
- Perform daily cleaning and weekly inventory checks.
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent coupled with food manufacturing, laboratory, food testing, quality assurance, or related work experience.
- Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree in food or Dairy Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
- Preferred: Up to 1 year of food manufacturing laboratory or quality assurance experience preferred
- Obtaining certifications is mandatory for continued employment in this position.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Familiar with cGLP and all applicable laboratory equipment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and company computer systems.
- Understands and applies calculations used in laboratory analysis.
- Able to follow laboratory procedures and comply with state and federal regulations for product testing.
- Maintains accurate, legible, and organized records.
- Follows verbal and written instructions.
- Able to work with accuracy, attention to detail, and minimal supervision.
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Collaborates effectively, supports teamwork, and shares relevant information promptly.
- Identifies problems and reports issues appropriately.
- Able to read, write, and speak English.
Pay Range
- $20 $25/hour
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