Lab Technician - 1st Shift

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. • Lafayette, IN

7d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

You've heard of, or even tasted, our products... now it's time to join the team that supplies the ice cream novelties you and your family love!

This is a position as an Ice Cream Quality Tech on 1st shift at Ice Cream Specialties (a division of Prairie Farms Dairy) in Lafayette, IN. Ice Cream Specialties has been a part of the Lafayette community for over 50 years and prides itself in producing delicious ice cream novelties, as well as a safe, friendly, atmosphere with a controlled climate! Apply today and build your career with Prairie Farms Dairy.

1st shift hours: 4:00 AM-12:00 PM; Monday - Friday (some mandatory Saturdays during our busy Summer season. There will be a calendar posted well in advance).

Hourly Rate: $17.17/hr

General Purpose:
To test and ensure proper standards for all products to meet company, state and federal guidelines.

Requirements

• Average math, writing and reading skills
• Strong team player
• Strong computer knowledge; preferably fluent in Microsoft
• Ability to communicate with Quality Assurance and plant personnel on any QA issues
• Ability to work overtime and weekends
• Ability to multitask with positive results
• Previous food safety experience
• Ability to walk up and down a set of stairs throughout the work day
• Ability to work

Nice To Haves

• Some laboratory experience is preferred.
• There is a 90-day probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Checking Good Manufacturing Practices procedures
• Microbiological Testing
• Weights and Volume Evaluations
• Organoleptic Evaluations (flavor, texture and color testing)
• Checking Titration, pH, Brix, Fats, Solids and additional testing as required
• Checking Metal Detector
• Inspect product for Proper Labeling and Code Dates
• Other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Orientation & Training to help you succeed.
• Free ice cream on your breaks!
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) as low as $13/week.
• Retirement/401K. Employer generally contributes anywhere from 7% up to 15% of your gross pay into the account!
• Annual raises.
• Potential to earn a merit raise during your first 6-12 months.
• Vacation + PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees