Lab Technician - 3rd shift

HP Hood LLC; Village of Arkport (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

HP Hood LLC in the United States is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician to perform chemical, bacteriological, and organoleptic analyses of raw, in-process, and finished products on our dairy production lines. This role requires teamwork with production and maintenance, and offers extensive safety training.

You will obtain samples, generate production batch tickets, calibrate equipment, maintain QA reports, and support SQF and lab safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing is a plus.
• Knowledge of food microbiology, chemistry, and dairy standards.
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Ability to work well with people and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, and organoleptic analysis of raw, in-process, and finished products.
• Obtain samples for testing from silos, tanks and production lines.
• Generation of processing batch tickets from computerized system.
• Calibration of laboratory equipment to assure proper testing.
• Maintain, review, and distribute quality control reports as requested by QA Manager.
• Assist in lab safety practices and SQF compliance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

English/Math

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION

Position Responsibilities/Tasks

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, and organoleptic analysis of raw, in-process, and finished products.
• Obtain samples for testing from silos, tanks and production lines
• Generation of processing batch tickets from computerized system
• Preparation of lab testing materials/supplies
• Maintain a professional relationship with production and maintenance personnel.
• Instruct, and train present and future laboratory technicians as needed.
• Maintain, review, and distribute quality control reports as requested by QA Manager.
• Calibration of laboratory equipment to assure proper testing.
• Review of lab procedures and policies
• Assist in the samplings and shipment of monthly customer, sales, and regulatory samples.
• Accept, suggest, and assist in the assignment and performance of special projects.
• Be active in the development and enforcement of Lab Safety practices
• Attend trade organization meetings and training sessions as deemed appropriate by the Q.C. Manager.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety through completing job tasks and maintaining the area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain all documented information as per SQF requirements.
• Work overtime, as needed, which will require an obligation from you to fulfill.
• Carry out additional duties assigned by the Lab QC Manager or Supervisor.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures, always wear proper PPE, and never put yourself or other employees in harm's way.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Pick up work area before leaving at the end of shift.
• Current knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel. Adapt to new technology as it comes into the department.
• Must be a team player

Required NYSAM Licenses

• Must successfully obtain Milk receivers, Appendix N for Beta Lactams, DMC licenses within 6 months and maintain thereafter.

Education And Experience

• Prior experience in food manufacturing is a plus.
• Knowledge of food microbiology, chemistry, dairy standards and CIP sanitation is desired.
• Intermediate Computer Skill (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to work well with people.
• Communication skills are a must.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic English/Math skills
• Able to meet all safety compliance standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility including but not limited to office, production, and warehouse environments. Including the outside perimeter of the building.
• Able to work at heights greater than 40 feet while operating a powered industrial truck.
• Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.
• Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with meal break.
• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
• Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is $24.22 - $26.91 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Employment is subject to verification of an applicant's identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.