Lab Technician -Dairy Manufacturing [3940271]

Crystal Creamery, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Creamery is seeking a Lab Technician for its Dairy Manufacturing Plant in Modesto. The role involves routine laboratory duties, equipment operation, data recording and strict adherence to quality and safety standards.

You will prepare samples, perform testing, maintain records, and support QA/QC initiatives to ensure product integrity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or 2 years of lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment including FTIR, pH meter and scales.
• Perform organoleptic testing on product samples.
• Prepare samples, media and solutions for testing and record data.
• Approve release of in-process and finished products per specifications.
• Maintain lab records and generate COAs and reports.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, GMP and SOPs.

Skills

Laboratory equipment operation

Quality testing

Record keeping

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Unit conversions (US customary/metric)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology or related field

2 years experience in lab environment

Tools

Foss FTIR

pH meter

EQA

CEM

Scales

Pipettes

Job description

Description

Description

Crystal Creamery is currently looking for Lab Technician for our Dairy Manufacturing Plant in Modesto.

The Lab Technician with general direction shall perform routine laboratory and administrative duties, assist other lab members professionally and respectfully, keep accurate and legible records, have the ability to prioritize work assignments effectively, in addition to reviewing work for quality and completeness.

The Lab Technician will also safely operate testing equipment involving potential chemical and temperature hazards, accurately identify and restock lab supplies to maintain a current lab supply and inventory rotation, prepare samples, media and solutions for testing, high acceptance of performing other related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

Job Duties

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to include Foss FTIR, Brix, pH meter, EQA, CEM, scales, and pipettes.
• Perform organoleptic testing on required product samples including fresh and at code products
• Perform accurate physiochemical and microbiological preparation, testing, counting and examinations of raw materials, in process products, and finished goods.
• Approve release of in process and finished products including "first off" testing, while verifying adherence to stated specification.
• Record and enters data, creates COA's, and other reports, promptly and accurately.
• Maintain various production, raw material, testing, and quality control records in an organized manner.
• Report and take necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality issues from occurring.
• Perform pre-operational checks and sanitation inspections in adherence to filler release procedure.
• Perform environmental swabbing, line checks, allergen tests, special projects, and any other duties as assigned.
• Apply proper aseptic sample collection, transport, storage testing, and disposal.
• Follow all company Safety Policies, Good Lab Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Proficient in the use of standard computer software, i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of US customary units and metric system including weights and measures.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology or related field or 2 years experience.

Crystal Creamery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or veteran status, disability, medical condition, sex, or age (as defined by applicable law).

Any offer of employment by Crystal Creamery may be contingent upon passing a background check, medical examination and or drug test.