Laboratory Technician II

Foremost Farms USA•Eureka Township, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician II is responsible for accurately sampling and testing raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products against analytical and microbiological requirements and customer and company standards. The role works in a plant laboratory and on the production floor, following documented laboratory procedures and applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The technician prepares samples, reagents, microbial culture media, and controls; performs analytical and microbiological testing; records results in R12 and other databases; and maintains laboratory equipment and cleanliness. The position also supports quality-control activities such as monitoring and documenting control points, participating in proficiency testing and investigations, escalating suspect or out-of-specification results, troubleshooting equipment, and training new laboratory technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma.
2–3 years of job-related experience.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to follow instructions and procedures with a high degree of accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or laboratory certification.
Familiarity with a laboratory environment.
Understanding of electronic and computerized laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

Sample and test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products according to laboratory procedures and customer and company standards.
Prioritize and prepare laboratory samples for testing and shipment to other laboratories and customers.
Prepare reagents, microbial culture media, and controls according to standard formulas.
Collect samples in production, including environmental pathogen sponges, ATP swabs, clean-equipment swabs, and operational swabs.
Perform analytical tests and complete required documentation for samples, incoming products, and finished products.
Enter test results accurately into R12 and other utilized databases.
Participate in the Proficiency Testing program and achieve satisfactory results for analytical and microbiological samples.
Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment and waste; clean and maintain laboratory equipment, including recalibrating equipment.
Assist the Laboratory/Quality Control Supervisor with equipment troubleshooting.
Follow established guidelines and criteria when performing retests.
Comply with company safety policies, GMPs, GLPs, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
Interpret laboratory results and escalate out-of-specification or suspect results to leadership staff.
Participate in laboratory investigations when needed.
Facilitate training of new laboratory technicians.
Monitor and/or verify control points and maintain required documentation, including documentation related to CCP, PC, CQP, HACCP, and SQF plans.
Adhere to safety guidelines, work with integrity, communicate effectively, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with a 100% company match on up to 8% of employee contributions
200 hours of paid time off initially, prorated for the first year
10 paid holidays
Six weeks of fully paid parental leave
Health Savings Account when enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Daily pay option
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral program with rewards
Career growth opportunities