Lab Technician, 3rd Shift — Dairy QA QC

Garelick Farms, LLC; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, invites applications for a Lab Technician on the 3rd shift. The role focuses on testing products, preparing samples, calibrating instruments, and documenting results to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent with dairy QA experience, proficiency in MS Office, and strong attention to detail. The position offers a pay rate of $23.75/hr plus $1.50/hr shift differential and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with food manufacturing, lab, QA, or related work experience
• Up to 1 year of food manufacturing lab or QA experience preferred
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment (e.g., Better Processing Certificate)

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect products to ensure QA specifications are met
• Prepare samples and set up tests
• Calibrate and maintain lab instrumentation
• Document results and enter data accurately
• Prepare reports of results for supervision
• Maintain clean and safe lab work environment
• Follow GMP and safety regulations

Skills

Lab equipment

MS Office

Calculations

Quality controls

Attention to detail

Written communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in food science/biological sciences

Certification/licensing (optional)

Tools

None

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, invites applications for a Lab Technician on the 3rd shift. The role focuses on testing products, preparing samples, calibrating instruments, and documenting results to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent with dairy QA experience, proficiency in MS Office, and strong attention to detail. The position offers a pay rate of $23.75/hr plus $1.50/hr shift differential and benefits.