Dairy Quality Lab Technician

Fairlife; Camden (MI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates dairy products. This entry‑level Quality lab role provides essential support for the Quality department, performing water and raw milk testing, routine product testing, data entry, and inter‑departmental communication on the plant floor in Coopersville, MI.

You will operate laboratory instruments, document results in the LIMS, follow GMP/GLP and safety rules, and assist with calibrations and special studies under the supervision of

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• English proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory testing instrumentation safely and efficiently, including moisture/solids, protein, fat, pH, and Foss analytical equipment.
• Perform daily quality line sampling, evaluations, and testing on the plant floor.
• Prepare all solutions and media required for laboratory tests.
• Conduct sensory evaluations of finished products.
• Record accurate laboratory results in the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Notify the Quality Assurance Manager and operations supervisors of any unusual results or defects and perform required re-checks.
• Perform raw milk testing/screening per fairlife and the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO).
• Verify approved incoming raw milk producers and maintain confidentiality per the Company Letter of Confidentiality.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and well‑stocked work area.
• Communicate results in a timely, confidential, and professional manner.
• Report damages, irregular activities, or unsafe conditions to supervisors or managers immediately.
• Follow all safety, work, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and GLP rules.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates dairy products. This entry‑level Quality lab role provides essential support for the Quality department, performing water and raw milk testing, routine product testing, data entry, and inter‑departmental communication on the plant floor in Coopersville, MI.

You will operate laboratory instruments, document results in the LIMS, follow GMP/GLP and safety rules, and assist with calibrations and special studies under the supervision of