LAB TECHNICIAN - Quality Assurance Tech

Dairy Farmers of America; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quality Assurance Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and quality of dairy products. This position involves conducting microbiological and chemical tests, adhering to strict food safety regulations, and continuously seeking process improvements. You'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering wholesome dairy products to communities. With competitive pay and opportunities for career growth, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the dairy industry. Embrace the chance to work for a company that values diversity and community well-being.

Benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Service recognition and employee rewards

Employee referral program

Uniforms provided

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related experience required.
• Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and chemical testing of products.
• Maintain standard operating procedures and improve processes.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to work in a wet environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Lehigh Valley Dairy has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance 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.

Lehigh Valley Dairy 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 Lehigh Valley Dairy we 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:

• $27.97

SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift - Rotating four 10 hour shifts

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution*
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards*
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families
• More benefits, too many to name

* varies by company and governing CBAs

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• 1–2 years related experience required
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be able to work in a wet environment
• May occasionally be exposed to chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer