Lab Technician

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery in Vermont is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform tests on milk, cheese, whey and environmental samples to uphold our quality standards.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, ability to obtain Pasteurized Milk Ordinance certification, and strong data-entry skills with reporting duties. 10-hour shifts, rotating weekends/holidays, and pay starting at $26.15/hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain Vermont certification for Pasteurized Milk Ordinance testing (after training).
• Experience with data entry and generating reports using software.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on milk, finished cheese and whey products, environmental samples, and ingredients to meet quality standards.
• Must become certified by the State of Vermont to perform all testing under the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance.
• Input analytical data into software, run reports, and create charts/graphs; proficient with Microsoft Office.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data entry / MS Office

Time management

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

How would we describe a career with Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery? More than 100 years of: Farmers, Family, Mission, Purpose, Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Pride in Award Winning Products, and Agriculture.

Cabot Creamery has held B Corp certification since 2012, and became the world’s first dairy co-op to do so. This certification demonstrates our commitment to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet.

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery has a full-time opening for a Laboratory Technician. 10-hour shifts between hours of 4a-5p. Flexible work schedule required, including rotating weekends, and working scheduled holidays. Pay rate starts at $26.15/hour.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform laboratory tests on milk, finished cheese and whey products, environmental samples, and ingredients in a timely and accurate manner to assure that Agri-Mark quality standards are met.
• Must become certified by the State of Vermont to perform all testing associated with the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (after training!)
• Input of all analytical data into various software, as well as running reports and creating charts/graphs. Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite are beneficial.
• Time management skills are a must.

We are seeking an individual who possesses strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to effectively multi-task and meet project deadlines. Must have mature judgment abilities as well as the ability to mentor other Lab Technicians, work flexibility is a must, HS diploma or GED.

Our support of employee growth includes promoting from within, training and tuition reimbursement. Team members enjoy access to a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary and a 401k with company match.

10 paid holidays, with 6 of those being paid at 1.5x salary if you work them! 128 hours of accrued vacation/sick time to start.

Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law.

Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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