Lab Technician - 2nd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America•Farmington, MN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Kemps has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items, while adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements. The person in this position would need to maintain all applicable standard operating procedures, while utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

Requirements

Two-year Associates degree in a scientific discipline, such as biology, Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Food Science, or Dairy Science
In Lieu of a degree, two years of continuous work experience in a lab setting
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
Basic math skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
Must be able to work in a wet environment
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Work experience in the food industry (preferably)

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items
Adhere to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements
Maintain all applicable standard operating procedures
Utilize a continuous improvement mindset
Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes