Laboratory Technician (Night Shift, $24.00 Starting Hourly Pay (Shift Premium Included))

Schreiber Foods•Grand Rapids, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time night shift position working on a consistent 7:00 pm - 7:00 am rotating schedule. The role involves providing support to the Laboratory department by performing and coordinating a variety of laboratory processes. A minimum of 5% of time will be spent auditing package integrity teardowns performed by production partners. The technician will register and prepare samples for general analytical testing through data entry, and prepare and perform routine to complex analyses per approved methods. Accurate recording and matching of results with identification numbers are crucial. The role requires operating basic laboratory equipment, gathering and analyzing information from the Inventory Management System to identify products needing to be placed on hold, and assisting with generating quality hold forms. Preparation and accuracy of standards and reagents, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and areas, and performing routine lab and department maintenance are also key responsibilities. The technician will function as the primary data generator, recording, calculating, and entering data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Preliminary interpretations of data or observations and drafting short reports to Quality Assurance Leadership are expected. Assignments must be completed in a timely, diligent, and safe manner, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ensuring the quality of results involves assisting with the establishment and maintenance of Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) documents and plans, and documenting QA/QC data. Equipment maintenance and timely repair requests are necessary. The role includes performing chemistry, physical, and microbiology sample preparation and testing, and efficiently moving between tasks to complete investigation testing. Troubleshooting issues with management, understanding and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) are also required. Laboratory activities and results must be free from undue pressure, and personnel must report any undue pressure or potential conflicts of interest. This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products, as well as other related ingredients and allergens. Safety protocols must be followed, including stopping unsafe acts, obeying safety rules, and correcting or reporting hazards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required.
Associate degree or coursework in related scientific field.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food production industry or in a related quality or laboratory field preferred.
Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement required.
Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures, including Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), test procedures, and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate attention to detail, quality, and cleanliness in work.
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with supervisors/managers, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the organization.
Follow one- or two-step verbal instructions; read and follow written instructions; perform routine and repetitive tasks and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or verbal instructions.
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as algebraic calculations.
Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.
In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or coursework in related scientific field.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food production industry or in a related quality or laboratory field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide support to the Laboratory department by performing and coordinating a variety of laboratory processes.
Spend a minimum of 5% of time regularly auditing package integrity teardowns performed by production partners.
Register and prepare samples for general analytical testing through data entry.
Prepare and perform routine to more complex analyses per approved methods.
Accurately read and record results of analyses, ensuring identification numbers are matched with correct samples.
Effectively and efficiently operate basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, autoclave, moisture analyzer, infrared analyzer, etc.
Gather and analyze information from Inventory Management System to identify which product needs to be placed on hold.
Assist with generating quality hold forms.
Prepare and ensure the accuracy of standards and reagents needed for testing methods.
Clean and maintain equipment and areas as required.
Perform routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Function as primary data generator; record and calculate data; enter data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Conduct preliminary interpretations of data or observations, and draft short reports to Quality Assurance Leadership group.
Complete assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner; perform work in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ensure quality of results by assisting with establishment and maintenance of Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) documents and plans.
Document QA/QC data and report to Quality Assurance Leadership group.
Ensure equipment is maintained in reliable working order; request repairs in a timely manner.
Effectively and efficiently perform chemistry, physical, and microbiology sample preparation and testing.
Quickly move between tasks, using time efficiently to complete investigation testing.
Troubleshoot issues or concerns with management.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and Good Documentation Practices.
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
Support safety policies and programs.

Benefits

$1,000 sign on bonus
$1 night shift and $1 weekend premium
Eligible for all benefits day 1 of hire
8% 401K match
Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year.
Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.
Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.