Quality Control Lab Tech - Impact Quality in Pet Treats

Kln-Family-Brand; Delano (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA / Dependent Care

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

401K with company match

Job summary

KLN Family Brands is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician for our Delano, MN facility. The role runs Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 8 PM with a starting pay of $21.83 per hour plus a 6% shift differential.

As a member of the quality control team, you will perform lab tests, collect samples from production lines, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards. This position emphasizes safety, data entry, and collaboration across shifts and departments.

Qualifications

• General mathematical ability.
• Self-motivation.
• Work shifts as required.
• Good judgement and reasoning abilities.
• Basic Leadership Skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Safe work record.
• Good attitude.
• Use of specialized lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all procedures to maintain a safe execution of duties.
• Have knowledge on the lab testing equipment (examples: LECO Protein Analyzer, pH meter, water activity, texture analyzer, NIR Foss).
• Have knowledge of the Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in lab testing and wear proper safety protection equipment.
• Work with peer, supervisors and subordinate groups.
• Perform quality checks on finished product off the production lines.
• Collect samples for analytical testing and product cuttings.
• Collect and retain samples of all products produced.
• Make recommendations for lab improvements.
• Able to work in other areas of facility if required.
• Enter results in IFS, Lab database.
• Collect and monitor site microbiological monitoring programs (Environmental yeast, mold, and total plate counts, Enterobacteriaceae).
• Work with peer, supervisors and subordinate groups.
• Coordinate commissioning runs with line personnel.
• Communicate, submit samples, and sample submittal forms to outside labs as required.
• Verify daily production and finished product sampling meets the facility’s defined testing frequency.
• Assist with Hold Log.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Self-motivation

Shift work

Good judgment

Basic leadership

Computer skills

Safety mindset

Positive attitude

Lab equipment use

Tools

LECO Protein Analyzer

pH meter

Water activity

Texture analyzer

NIR Foss

Job description

KLN Family Brands is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician for our Delano, MN facility. The role runs Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 8 PM with a starting pay of $21.83 per hour plus a 6% shift differential.

As a member of the quality control team, you will perform lab tests, collect samples from production lines, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards. This position emphasizes safety, data entry, and collaboration across shifts and departments.