Evening Milk Lab Technician (2nd Shift)

Dairy One Cooperative; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy One Cooperative in Ithaca, NY seeks a Lab Technician I to support basic lab procedures, sample preparation, and instrument operation under supervision. This entry‑level role focuses on learning workflows, safety, and turning around tests efficiently.

You will work Monday to Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm EST, with duties including washing milk vial, preparing samples, operating instruments, and maintaining a clean lab. High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of protocol-based work are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of prior work experience following specific protocols/instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sort, scan, and record incoming samples.
• Prepare samples for testing or processing.
• Operate laboratory instruments according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform start-up & shut-down procedures at the start & end of each shift.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and the lab.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dairy One Cooperative in Ithaca, NY seeks a Lab Technician I to support basic lab procedures, sample preparation, and instrument operation under supervision. This entry‑level role focuses on learning workflows, safety, and turning around tests efficiently.

You will work Monday to Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm EST, with duties including washing milk vial, preparing samples, operating instruments, and maintaining a clean lab. High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of protocol-based work are required.