Laboratory Technician (1st Shift)

Lactalis American Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Belmont, Wisconsin, is hiring a Lab Technician to test raw materials, in-process/byproducts, and finished products, reporting results promptly and maintaining GMP standards. The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to work with production staff.

The position offers opportunities for growth within a leading dairy company and requires flexibility, including weekends, with comprehensive total rewards and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates degree in Dairy Science or Laboratory Science preferred; current students may apply.
• Dairy Science, Laboratory or related experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.
• Personal qualities of tact and dependability; ability to work well with others.
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software required.

Responsibilities

• Tests all raw materials, in-process/byproducts, and finished products per Sample Analysis Reference Table.
• Performs tests and provides results in a timely manner.
• Reports out-of-spec results to Laboratory Supervisor, Quality Control Office, and Production Supervision as appropriate.
• Records test results in the appropriate form, computer database, or logbook.
• Checks samples yielding out-of-spec results and records accordingly.
• Works closely with production and laboratory staff.
• Maintains a clean and orderly working environment.
• Maintains State Regulatory Logs as needed.
• Follows GMP and Good Sanitation Practices.
• Obtains necessary machine certifications from New York State within six months of employment.
• Upholds confidentiality of information regarding Sorrento products and recipes.
• Performs other duties as requested by the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Attends departmental meetings and in-services as required.
• Performs all duties according to safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

Associates in Dairy Science

Job 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, Président® 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.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Lab Technician based in Belmont, Wisconsin.

Candidate must have strong attention to detail and accuracy, strong communication skills, written and verbal, personal qualities of tack and dependability, possess good manual dexterity, vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus), able to carry at least 30 pounds continuously and 50 pounds occasionally, be able to stand for entire shift, be able to perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching) and must be able to work a flexible schedule (weekends are required). Should be able to follow quality assurance policies and procedures.

From your EXPERTISE to ours.

1. 1. Tests all raw materials, in-process/byproducts, and finished products specific to Sample Analysis Reference Table
2. 2. Performs tests and provides results in a timely manner
3. 3. Report out of specification results to Laboratory Supervisor, the Quality Control Office, and Production Supervision when appropriate
4. 4. Record test results on appropriate form, in computer database, or in logbook
5. 5. Checks samples that yield out of specification results and record appropriately
6. 6. Work closely with the production and laboratory staff
7. 7. Maintains a clean and orderly working environment
8. 8. Maintains State Regulatory Logs as needed
9. 9. Aware of and practice Plant's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP)
10. 10. Obtains all appropriate machine certification from New York State within six months of employment
11. 11. Upholds all rules pertaining to confidentiality of information regarding Sorrento products and recipes
12. 12. Performs other work duties as requested by the Laboratory Supervisor
13. 13. Attends departmental meetings and in-services as required
14. 14. Performs all duties according to safety standards and as required to ensure the general safety of all other staff

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Associates degree in Dairy Science or Laboratory Science Preferred - current students are eligible to apply
• Dairy Science, Laboratory or other related experience preferred
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work required
• Personal qualities of tack and dependability and ability to work well with others required
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software required

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 affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations