Microbiology Lab Technician - Food Safety & Quality

Hilmar; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Lab Technician at the Dalhart facility to perform microbiological testing and data entry, ensuring timely results for plant staff and customers. You will follow procedures, maintain ledgers and assist in new testing as needed.

The role requires high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year lab experience, proficiency in Excel/Outlook, and willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts. OSHA training completes annually.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 1 year lab experience.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Willing to work weekends and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Learn and efficiently perform lab tests presently conducted.
• Enter test results into the database and generate reports.
• Maintain ledgers and equipment to validate processes.
• Assist in new testing initiatives as needed.
• Ensure compliance with proficiency tests.
• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality.

Skills

Lab testing

English proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

High School diploma or GED + 1 year lab experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Lab Technician at the Dalhart facility to perform microbiological testing and data entry, ensuring timely results for plant staff and customers. You will follow procedures, maintain ledgers and assist in new testing as needed.

The role requires high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year lab experience, proficiency in Excel/Outlook, and willingness to work weekends and rotating shifts. OSHA training completes annually.