Dairy QA Technician - Food Safety & Lab Testing

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Vermont; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O’Lakes, Inc is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to verify adherence to food safety, regulatory and quality standards. You will perform microbiological, chemical, and physical testing on in-process and finished products, review pre-shipment paperwork, and conduct environmental swabbing.

The role involves collaboration with the QA team, maintaining records, and supporting the HACCP program. Strong attention to detail and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analysis of raw ingredients, work-in-process, and finished product.
• Compete microbiological plating for coliform, yeast, mold, etc.
• Complete physical testing on product (pH, moisture, salt, butterfat).
• Assist with HACCP prerequisite program implementation, training, and records.
• Monitor and maintain internal product testing records.
• Create and edit Quality SOPs.
• Review finished product pre-shipment paperwork.
• Complete sensory evaluation.
• Assist in management of product retain sample inventory.
• Organize and conduct environmental swabbing.
• Follow all GLP requirements.
• Maintain QA Lab cleanliness and inventory.
• Communicate results clearly to QA leadership.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading and writing

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Agile adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Land O’Lakes, Inc is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to verify adherence to food safety, regulatory and quality standards. You will perform microbiological, chemical, and physical testing on in-process and finished products, review pre-shipment paperwork, and conduct environmental swabbing.

The role involves collaboration with the QA team, maintaining records, and supporting the HACCP program. Strong attention to detail and good communication are essential.