Lab Technician (Crew B) Grand Forks GF

J.R. Simplot; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to ensure product quality meets established standards. This role involves monitoring and testing products, maintaining accurate records, and providing feedback on production issues. The ideal candidate will possess basic math and computer skills, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a great opportunity to start your career in the food and agriculture sector, contributing to a company committed to quality and safety in its operations.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but basic math and computer skills are essential.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and test product quality in compliance with established procedures.
• Accurately complete quality grades and maintain inventory databases.
• Provide timely feedback on production-related problems.

Skills

Basic math skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic lab equipment

Computer systems

Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician will be responsible for ensuring product quality is monitored and tested in compliance with established procedures, specifications, and instructions. The individual in this position is responsible for taking samples, performing tests as prescribed by procedure or specification, reporting to appropriate personnel on the status of line operation, performing requested tests and samples, and recording information in logs and databases.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately completes quality grade using grading standards.
• Accurately enters all product identity information for all product produced in an inventory database.
• Performs requested tests and samples.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Provides prompt and timely feedback to appropriate personnel relative to production-related problems (i.e. excessive defects, mislabeling, package quality issues, downtime, and increased production).

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Relevant Experience

No prior experience required.

Required Certifications

Other Information

Basic math skills. Use basic lab equipment. Good knowledge of computer systems. Ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments. Good communication skills. Needs to be organized, efficient, and have good time management skills. Ability to sit and stand for long periods. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Adheres to all standards, policies, and systems as appropriate.

Job Requisition ID: 22091

Travel Required:

Location(s): GF Plant - Grand Forks

Country: United States

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **