3rd Shift Lab Technician: Quality & Food Safety

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Franklin, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a Lab Technician for third shift (Sun–Thu, 9:00 PM–5:30 AM) in Massachusetts. You will test products, set up samples, and support QA programs, ensuring food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include batch QC, sample prep, calibrating lab instruments, data entry, and reporting results. Must have a high school diploma or related science exposure; familiarity with lab equipment and MS Office, plus accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or related science education with relevant experience.
• Up to 1 year experience in food manufacturing lab or QA.
• Certification may be required during employment (e.g., Better Processing Certificate).

Responsibilities

• Ensure batch quality control through testing and sampling.
• Calibrate and maintain lab instrumentation.
• Prepare and analyze test data and reports.
• Maintain accurate records and data entry.
• Follow GMP and safety regulations.

Skills

Lab equipment

MS Office

Calculations

Laboratory procedures

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary science education

Better Processing Certificate

Antibiotic testing certification

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a Lab Technician for third shift (Sun–Thu, 9:00 PM–5:30 AM) in Massachusetts. You will test products, set up samples, and support QA programs, ensuring food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include batch QC, sample prep, calibrating lab instruments, data entry, and reporting results. Must have a high school diploma or related science exposure; familiarity with lab equipment and MS Office, plus accuracy and teamwork.