Laboratory Technician

Agropur; Hull (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Agropur is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Hull, Iowa, to conduct quality assurance tests on dairy products. This role involves ensuring sanitary lab conditions, collecting samples, and conveying results to management. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a thriving work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with up to a 7% company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Testing and analyzing product samples.
• Maintaining sanitary conditions in the lab.
• Experience in food manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on product samples for quality assurance.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and retain accurate testing records.
• Calibrate lab equipment regularly.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Food Science/Chemistry/Biology

Job description

Job Type: Regular

Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

Work only 14 shifts per month and enjoy more long weekends!

How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Starting wage of $22.42
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays
• 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule 5AM to 5PM

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

What’s involved in this role:

We are looking for a Laboratory Technician in Hull, Iowa .

The Laboratory Technician position is responsible for conducting all necessary tests on product samples and plant environment to ensure quality products and sanitary operating conditions.

• Accurately test samples, analyze results, and convey information to managers and supervisors, while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) at all times.
• Collect and prepare finished product samples to conduct accurate analytical testing and retest if necessary.
• Test all daily samples accurately in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Ensure sanitary operating conditions in the laboratory and plant areas.
• Acquire weekly environmental swabs and sponges to ensure sanitary requirements are met.
• Clean and sanitize laboratory.
• Accurately test, record, and convey all testing in a timely manner.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment at their designated frequency to ensure accuracy.
• Run all samples in a timely fashion so results can be reviewed by management.
• Enter data results on worksheets.
• Record results in SAP.

What you need to join our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree or some coursework in Food Science/Chemistry/Biology preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Laboratory or food manufacturing experience preferred.

Where you’ll be working:

Hull, Iowa

• Our Hull, Iowa, plant is home to approximately 180 employees. We produce mozzarella, parmesan, romano, cheddar, gouda, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams.
• Agropur’s US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world’s largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.