Laboratory Technician- Vacation Relief

Darigold Careers•Caldwell, ID

About The Position

Darigold is looking for a Laboratory Technician. The Laboratory Technician ensures that all products' analytical, micro, and organoleptic properties follow product and regulatory specifications. This includes communicating test results to Quality Supervisor/Manager and other Management as deemed necessary. Schedule: Thursday-Saturday and every other Wednesday from 5:00am-5:30pm

Requirements

Good communications skills, verbal and written.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
High level of organizational skills
Ability to perform analytical and micro tests such that results agree with a standard and/or duplicate testing by a recognized laboratory.
Strong computer skills with knowledge of MS office software
Ability to work independently.
Basic understanding of microbiology and familiarity with plating methods
Ability to attain Appendix N Industry Analyst level certification.
Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science discipline.
2+ years laboratory technician experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for testing, sampling, documentation, and out-of-specification call backs as well as other duties or projects as may be assigned including in some cases releases.
Contacts supervisor immediately when product does not meet specifications. Recommending process adjustments to meet specifications.
Execute testing of finished product line samples for micro and analytical. On some occasions might obtain the samples
Execute testing of raw and pasteurized samples for micro and analytical. On some occasions might obtain samples
Performs environmental conveyor swabbing as required by program standards.
Responsible for accurately record and retain data from analysis.
Calibrates equipment and ensures that testing equipment and methods produce results in agreement with an established standard.
Performs extra tests when needed.

Benefits

Employer 401K contribution of up to 5%
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
Employer paid life & disability coverage
$1.50/hours night shift differential (where applicable)
Paid time off and paid Holidays
8 weeks paid parental Leave
Education assistance
Community giving through matching donations
Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program
OT Eligible