Lab Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Monroe, Wisconsin, is seeking a Quality Control lab technician to support 24-hour operations. The role involves data entry into network systems, SAP and Qualsys, and training of new employees. Day and night shifts are available to fill.

Candidates should have prior QC experience in dairy or food manufacturing, strong computer, organizational, and communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining GMPs and accurate reporting of all findings to supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior QC experience in dairy or food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Data entry of lab test results for reporting processes.
• Ensure efficient workflow and met release dates.
• Maintain strong interpersonal communication with staff.
• Maintain standard lab practices and procedures.
• Know product specifications and ensure they are met.
• Report all findings to supervisor and management.
• Maintain GMP compliance throughout the facility.
• Assist production with root cause analysis for out-of-spec results.

Skills

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Training ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Qualsys

Job description

General Purpose

This position is to assist in the 24 hour operations of the laboratory . This individual has the knowledge to train new employees and data entry. Perform data entry into network, SAP and Qualsys. Day and night positions available to be filled.

General Purpose

This position is to assist in the 24 hour operations of the laboratory . This individual has the knowledge to train new employees and data entry. Perform data entry into network, SAP and Qualsys. Day and night positions available to be filled.

This is a Quality Control position, and prior QC experience in food manufacturing (preferably dairy) is required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Data Entry of lab test results for reporting process.
• Ensure efficient work flow and release dates are met.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintains standard lab practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of all product specifications.
• Ensure product specifications are met according to company standards.
• Knowledge of sample protocol and retest requirements.
• Acquire skills required for all lab methods.
• Monitor and maintain calibration of lab equipment according to standard lab protocol.
• Accurately and promptly report all findings and results of out of specification product to supervisor and management
• Maintain a clean, organized work area according to the laboratory master sanitation schedule.
• Effective communication with other personal.
• Maintain GMP though the facility.
• Understand plant process to assist production in root cause analysis for process results that are out of specification Actively contribute to continued improvement of laboratory systems.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must have strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Requires excellent communication skills at all levels.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans