Certified Lab Technician

Dairy Farmers of America

Richmond (IN)

Hybrid

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee rewards

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms provided

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Job summary

Richmond Beverage Solutions, a DFA-owned farm brand, is hiring a lab technician to perform routine and specialized testing of dairy products and ingredients, record results, and maintain calibration and safety standards. You will support production by providing accurate data and ensuring quality compliance.

The role requires 2 years in a lab setting or relevant education, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a wet environment, lift up to 50 pounds, and work a third shift with

Qualifications

2 years of lab experience with HS diploma or 2-year college studies in microbiology/basic chemistry, and/or lab experience
Pass pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
Able to perform basic math in all units of measure
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
Able to stand/walk/kneel/bend for long shifts and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Conduct physical, chemical, and microbiological testing as required
Record and analyze test results, reporting deviations or concerns
Maintain lab equipment and calibration schedules
Assist investigations related to product quality or process deviations
Follow safety, environmental and quality protocols
Support continuous improvement initiatives in the lab and production areas
Adhere to sanitary procedures and methodologies in food processing quality control
Standardize mixes and collect line samples
Form sound conclusions from test results and initiate corrective actions

Skills

Lab experience

Communication skills

Team player

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or 2-year college in microbiology/chemistry

Tools

FOSS FT-120

CEM testing

Job description

Richmond Beverage Solutions has an immediate job opening for a certified lab technician. The Lab Technician is responsible for performing routine and specialized testing of materials and products to ensure compliance with quality standards. This role supports production by providing timely and accurate data, maintaining lab equipment, and documenting results in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Richmond Beverage Solutions 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 Richmond Beverage Solutions, we create dairy and plant-based beverages and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct physical, chemical, and/or microbiological testing as required.
Record and analyze test results, reporting any deviations or concerns.
Maintain lab equipment and ensure calibration schedules are followed.
Assist in investigations related to product quality or process deviations.
Follow all safety, environmental, and quality protocols.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the lab and production areas.
Basic microbiology and chemistry necessary in the lab.
Sanitary procedures and methodology necessary in food processing quality control.
FOSS FT-120 and CEM testing of mixes.
The plating of milk and mixes for SPC, Coli, yeast, and mold.
To standardize mixes, collection and taking line sample
Able to form sound conclusions based on test results and initiate corrective actions in an expedient manner.
Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, to spend long hours on feet, to lift 50-pound dairy cases or boxes as required.
Adhere to good manufacturing practices, safety regulations and other company policies.
Accomplish other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

2 years of lab experience with HS diploma or 2-year college studies in microbiology basic chemistry, and or lab
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
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 50 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 as required, occasional weekends and holidays

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!

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