Laboratory Technician

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Total Rewards Program

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Laboratory Technician to support R&D, QA, and plant operations. You will perform routine analytical tests on liquid and solid samples, assist with outside lab testing, and ensure GMP/GSP practices and proper lab maintenance.

Associates in Dairy Science or 2+ years dairy lab experience preferred. Responsibilities include data reporting, reagent monitoring, and collaboration with Lab and Project Managers in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Dairy Science preferred; equivalent experience acceptable.
• 2+ years of dairy science experience preferred.
• Laboratory experience required.
• Solid basic lab skills and good math for averages.
• Familiar with GMP and Good Sanitation Practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on liquid and solid samples (Fat, Moisture, Calcium, Salt, Protein).
• Coordinate outside lab testing for chemistry and microbiology when needed.
• Maintain and clean lab equipment and workspace daily, weekly, monthly.
• Monitor reagents and reorder supplies to avoid shortages.
• Collaborate with Lab Manager and Project Manager.
• Follow GMP and Good Sanitation Practices.

Skills

Laboratory skills

GMP knowledge

Dairy science experience

Analytical testing

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree in Dairy Science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Laboratory Technician based in Buffalo, NY.

As a Laboratory Technician, the role will be responsible for a variety of activities that support and provide technical assistance to Research and Development, Corporate Plants, and Corporate Quality Assurance. Perform routine testing on all Liquid and Solid samples provided to the lab from Plants, QA, and R&D, including company samples and competitor samples as provided by Marketing and Sales.

From your STORY to ours

• Perform all analytical tests to properly evaluate each product provided to the laboratory. Testing to include, but is not limited to Fat, Moisture, Calcium, Salt, Protein.
• Sample and provide assistance to have samples tested, when required, at an outside lab for chemistry and microbiology. Provide all analytical data results to Lab Manager and or/Project Manager in an organized and clear format. Carry out daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of analytical equipment and laboratory area. Monitor chemical reagents and notify Lab Manager when supplies are running low.
• Work closely with laboratory staff.
• Provide technical assistance as needed for Aware of and practice Plant's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).

Requirements

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Education

• Associates degree in Dairy Science preferred. Equivalent experience is acceptable.

Experience

• 2+ years dairy science experience is favored.
• Must minimally have laboratory experience.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Solid working knowledge of basic laboratory skills
• Good mathematical skills are required (calculate averages)
• Food industry knowledge is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reports

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affi

Salary Description

$25/hr