Quality Lab Technician – Dairy (3rd Shift 10pm–6am)

Lactalis US Yogurt, Inc.; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Training and development

Job summary

Lactalis US Yogurt, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT is hiring a Quality Lab Technician for the 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10pm–6am). The role performs tests on materials and finished products, microbiological analyses, and release decisions while ensuring compliance with product specs.

Opportunity to grow with a large dairy leader and participate in training programs. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in QA, plus proficiency in Word/Excel and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma or GED; 1-2 years’ experience in related Quality Assurance environment.
• Experience working in a clean environment and performing laboratory analyses.
• Ability to operate and interpret results from standard laboratory tests.
• Clear verbal and written communication; follow directions accurately.
• Team-oriented and able to work with peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document testing of materials and finished products.
• Perform microbiological analysis of raw materials and finished products.
• Hold/release/reject finished goods according to specs.
• Perform physical and chemical analysis of raw materials and manufactured products.
• Verify compliance and alert QA Manager of deviations from specs.
• Conduct temperature checks, ingredient usage, and pH testing; monitor metal detection.
• Perform sensory evaluation of raw materials and finished products.
• Conduct environmental testing and wear appropriate safety gear.

Skills

Lab testing

Microbiological analysis

Quality assurance

Data documentation

Safety compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Lactalis US Yogurt, Inc. in Brattleboro, VT is hiring a Quality Lab Technician for the 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10pm–6am). The role performs tests on materials and finished products, microbiological analyses, and release decisions while ensuring compliance with product specs.

Opportunity to grow with a large dairy leader and participate in training programs. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in QA, plus proficiency in Word/Excel and strong communication.