Plant Lab Technician - 3rd Shift

Grande Cheese Company; Chilton (WI); On-site; USD 27,049 - 38,524; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost onsite clinics

Free onsite fitness center

Health and wellness reimbursement program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Grande Cheese Company in Chilton, Wisconsin, is looking for Plant Lab Technicians to perform essential laboratory tests on dairy products and environmental samples. Successful candidates will join a dynamic team responsible for ensuring quality through accurate testing and participation in various quality programs.

Starting pay is $23.80/hour with night shift premiums and excellent benefits, including onsite clinics and a mentorship program. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a foundation in chemistry or microbiology.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Associate Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline preferred.
• One or more years of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on dairy and environmental samples.
• Provide accurate test results using approved methods.
• Participate in quality programs including data analysis and documentation reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer skills (MS Office)

Education

High School or GED

Associate Degree in Chemistry or Microbiology

Job description

Hours & Shift

Initial training on first shift or second shift, consisting of four 10‑hour shifts, Monday–Thursday. Then transition to permanent third‑shift, four 10‑hour schedule, Monday–Thursday from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Plan may evolve as we grow.

Pay Range & Growth Opportunity

Pay starting at $23.80/hour. $3.00/hour night shift premium (6:00PM‑6:00AM). Operates under HPWT model; associate‑driven growth, skill block system, advancement pathways.

Job Summary

Plant Lab Technicians perform laboratory tests on dairy and environmental samples. Provide accurate test results using approved methods and communicate to internal customers timely. Participate in quality programs (SQF, internal auditing) with data analysis, environmental monitoring, calibration, lab inventory, SOP development, RCA/CAPA investigations, documentation reviews. Join us at the starting line of an exciting new venture in dairy manufacturing.

Benefits

• Low‑cost onsite clinics
• Free onsite fitness center
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility
• Health and wellness reimbursement program
• Associate cheese purchasing program
• Two‑year mentorship program
• Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• High School or GED required
• Associate Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline preferred
• One or more years of laboratory experience preferred
• Good analytical, math, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel) preferred
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Self‑organization skills
• Ability to read and use equipment manuals

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Requires ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing 20–50 lbs, frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration. May involve extreme temperatures, high humidity, loud machinery.