Laboratory Technician

Agropur, inc.; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dairy company as a Lab Technician in Le Sueur, MN. You'll support production by analyzing samples and performing tests. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision 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

Qualifications

• Responsible for analyzing samples using various test methods.
• Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement required.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological and physical tests on raw materials.
• Analyze and report laboratory data.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operation Procedures.

Skills

Measurement Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Food Science

Job description

Job Type:RegularInvest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

We are searching for our next Lab Technician in Le Sueur, MN!

Text key word "Agropur" to 608-564-5884 to apply!

How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Starting pay of $21.23/hour

• 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 this role is about:

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for supporting production by analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods; performing microbiological and/or physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products.

• Perform chemistry and/or physical sample preparation and testing.

• Responsible for equipment operation, calibration, cleaning and minor maintenance.

• Analyze and report laboratory data, verifying interpretation with more senior Technicians or leadership.

• Accurately enter all required data into log books, spreadsheets and the reporting system as appropriate.

• Follow work instructions set forth by Test Procedures (TPs), Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

What we're looking for:

• 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.

• Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement required.

Where you'll be working:

Le Sueur, MN

• Our presence in Le Sueur, MN, consists of the following facilities: Le Sueur Cheese, Le Sueur Ingredients, Le Sueur Protein Research Center and the Le Sueur Business Office. Our cheese facility produces various types of cheese, including cheddar, monterey jack, asiago, fontina, parmesan and romano. Our ingredients facility runs various whey streams, including; whey protein isolate (WPI), whey protein concentrate 34 (WPC 34), whey protein concentrate 80 (WPC 80) and both pharma and food-grade lactose.

• 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

We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR.

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.

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