Quality Control Lab Technician

KLN Family Brands

Delano (MN)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Paid Time Off, with an additional day

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

KLN Family Brands is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician in Delano, MN. This full-time role involves operating lab equipment, conducting quality checks, and collecting samples from production lines.

Responsibilities include data entry in lab databases, coordinating with teams, and supporting environmental monitoring programs. A safety-focused mindset and reliable shifts are essential.

Qualifications

General mathematical ability required.
Self-motivated with the ability to follow procedures.
Capable of working shift work and flexible hours.
Good judgement and reasoning abilities are essential.
Basic leadership skills helpful for team work.
Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping.
Must have a safe work record and adherence to safety policies.
Positive attitude and ability to adapt to lab environment.
Experience using specialized lab equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow procedures to safely operate lab testing equipment.
Perform quality checks on finished products from production lines.
Collect and retain product samples for testing.
Enter results into lab databases and maintain records.
Coordinate with line personnel and outside labs as needed.
Monitor site microbiological programs and environmental samples.
Assist with lab improvements and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Self-motivation

Flexible shifts

Good judgement

Leadership basics

Computer skills

Safety record

Positive attitude

Lab equipment

Job description

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Quality Control Lab Technician

Full Time Tuffy's Pet Treats, Delano, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1970

Salary Range: $21.83 To $23.79 Hourly

Mon - Thurs 10AM - 8PM $21.83 per hour + 6% Shift Differential + New Hire Bonus per Hour Incentive

Our Story

KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.

At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”

Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality of our products, our spirit & moxie, our tradition, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.

Essential Duties:

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