Lab Technician

Borden Dairy • London, KY

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About The Position

Borden Dairy is hiring a Lab Technician to support quality and safety in its dairy manufacturing operations. The role conducts microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory analyses of dairy products and uses analytical results to determine whether finished goods should be held, released, or rejected. The technician verifies product compliance with specifications and reports deviations to management.

The position also includes in-plant product and process checks, finished-product evaluations, environmental testing, laboratory equipment calibration and preventive maintenance, and accurate documentation of tests and procedures. The technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe laboratory environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and accurately record data.
• Proficiency in following standard operating procedures and safety protocols, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and various shifts as required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory analyses of dairy products.
• Hold, release, or reject finished goods based on analytical results.
• Verify that products comply with specifications and promptly report deviations to management.
• Perform in-plant checks of weights, temperatures, ingredient usage, product appearance, code dates, pH levels, and metal detection.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Conduct daily evaluations of finished products.
• Perform environmental testing to ensure sanitary conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory tests and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe laboratory environment.

What This Job Offers

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