Lab Technician II

Leprino Foods Company • Denver, CO

5d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Within our Quality Assurance team located in Denver – Leprino is seeking a Lab Technician II, Microbiology to move our organization to even larger levels of cheese and dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.
At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $25.21 and $28.33. This position has an annual target bonus of 3.5%.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic math skills used to perform measurements, calculations, and sample preparation activities.
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions while completing laboratory tasks accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment.
• An Associate degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Laboratory Science, or a related scientific field.
• Experience supporting microbiological testing, sample preparation, or laboratory housekeeping activities.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, sterilization processes, or autoclave operation.

Responsibilities

• Support microbiological testing by preparing milk, cheese, dry dairy, environmental, and related laboratory samples.
• Label, organize, dilute, pipette, and prepare samples for routine laboratory analysis.
• Clean laboratory equipment, glassware, and workspaces to maintain a safe and efficient testing environment.
• Dispose of test materials and laboratory waste according to established procedures.
• Fill distilled water containers and prepare materials needed for daily laboratory activities.
• Load, unload, and operate autoclaves to sterilize media, glassware, dilution water, and laboratory waste.
• Maintain accurate records of sample preparation and laboratory activities.
• Coordinate with Microbiology and Global Quality team members to support testing schedules and laboratory operations.
• Follow laboratory procedures and quality standards to help ensure accurate and consistent results.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that support laboratory organization and efficiency.

Benefits

• life, medical/dental/vision coverage
• voluntary benefits
• employee assistance programs
• wellness incentives
• tuition assistance
• vacation
• ten paid holidays
• sick time
• paid parental leave
• annual merit increases
• LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED