Lab Technician - Night Shift 6pm-6am

Dairy Farmers of America; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a laboratory technician at St. Paul Beverage Solution to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products and raw materials, while complying with SQF and related standards.

The role requires maintaining SOPs and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Night shift differential applies for the 6pm–6am schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree/ coursework in Food Science, Chemistry, or Biology preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and experience with MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products and raw materials.
• Adhere to food safety and quality system requirements (SQF, GLP, GMP, HACCP).
• Maintain SOPs and assist in process improvement opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or coursework in Food Science/Chemistry/Biology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

St Paul Beverage Solution has an immediate job opening for a laboratory technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items, while adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements. The person in this position would need to maintain all applicable standard operating procedures, while utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

St Paul Beverage Solution is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At St Paul Beverage Solutions, we create fluid milk and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities -- come join us!

OUR TECHNICIANS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$27 per hour plus $1 shift differential from 6pm - 6am

SCHEDULE:

Rotating days 6pm -- 6am

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Career growth opportunities -- we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Uniforms provided

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED or work experience equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree or some coursework in Food Science/Chemistry/Biology preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively both verbally
• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

An Equal Opportunity Employer