3rd shift Laboratory Technician

Saputo • Friendship, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory technicians will have (or be able to obtain) NY Sate licenses for DMC, drug residue testing, milkfat testing and phosphatase. Along with necessary technical skills, technicians must have a positive customer service attitude, display team orientation to their work and have the ability to clearly communicate lab information to production and management. The quality and safety of our products depend upon the lab technician’s ability to perform their responsibilities in a proper way. A high level of attention to detail that will yield accurate work is required. Required character strengths include honesty and integrity, a high level of self-motivation, good communication skills and team-oriented work approach.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain NY State licenses for DMC, drug residue testing, milkfat testing and phosphatase.
• Positive customer service attitude.
• Team orientation.
• Ability to clearly communicate lab information to production and management.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Honesty and integrity.
• High level of self-motivation.
• Good communication skills.
• Team-oriented work approach.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentage.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to communicate across shifts and with others.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings such as training or assisting co-workers.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to troubleshoot, apply judgment and implement solutions to problems.
• Strong work character.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Passion for the job.
• Ability to multi-task and follow instructions.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Critical thinking.
• Ability to analyze data and situations.
• Detail oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform NY State licensed testing including DMC, drug residue testing, milkfat testing and phosphatase.
• Communicate lab information to production and management.
• Ensure the quality and safety of products through proper performance of responsibilities.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail for accurate work.
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity.
• Exhibit a high level of self-motivation.
• Utilize good communication skills.
• Work in a team-oriented manner.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance procedures.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Communicate effectively across shifts and with others.
• Present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Follow detailed instructions and procedure manuals.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Troubleshoot, apply judgment, and implement solutions to problems.
• Work in a team environment.
• Multi-task and follow instructions.
• Analyze data and situations.
• Be detail-oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and organization.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed