Lab Tech Trainee - 2nd shift

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis USA is seeking a Lab Technician trainee for the 2nd shift based in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on quality assurance laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications and GMP standards.

You will work closely with production and laboratory staff, maintain accurate records, and adhere to safety and confidentiality policies while pursuing professional growth within the company’s Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on raw materials, in-process/byproducts, and finished products.
• Record test results and report out of specification results to supervisors.
• Maintain GMP and GSP practices and ensure clean work environment.
• Obtain required machine certifications from New York State within six months.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates degree in Dairy Science

Dairy Science or related experience

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive - whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family‑owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award‑winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values - Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours:

Lab Technician trainee - 2nd shift - based in Buffalo, NY 14220

2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Summary

To work in Quality Assurance laboratory performing physical and microbiological testing on raw materials, work in process, and finished goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned

1. Tests all raw materials, in-process/byproducts, and finished products specific to Sample Analysis Reference Table.
2. Performs tests and provides results in a timely manner.
3. Report out of specification results to Laboratory Supervisor, the Quality Control Office, and Production Supervision when appropriate.
4. Record test results on appropriate form, in computer database, or in logbook.
5. Checks samples that yield out of specification results and record appropriately.
6. Work closely with the production and laboratory staff.
7. Maintains a clean and orderly working environment.
8. Maintains State Regulatory Logs as needed.
9. Aware of and practice Plant's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).
10. Obtains all appropriate machine certification from New York State within six months of employment.
11. Upholds all rules pertaining to confidentiality of information regarding Sorrento products and recipes.
12. Performs other work duties as requested by the Laboratory Supervisor.
13. Attends departmental meetings and in-services as required.
14. Performs all duties according to safety standards and as required to ensure the general safety of all other staff.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software required.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree in Dairy Science Preferred.
• Dairy Science or other related experience preferred.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Aff...

Salary Description

$26.78 - $28.03