Micro Lab Technician - NIGHTS

Leprino Foods•Greeley, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Leprino Foods is a global leader in dairy food and ingredient manufacturing, with a history spanning over 65 years. We are seeking a motivated Quality Micro Lab Technician to join our Greeley Team. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality of our products through rigorous bacteriological testing. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about producing high-quality products and are eager to contribute to our vision of being the "World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company."

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to understand/adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), to communicate effectively with others, to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form, and to troubleshoot systems utilizing the English language.
Must have the ability to perform essential job functions.
Must wear required personal protective equipment.
Must comply with all applicable safety practices.
Maintain a clean work area.
Complete written reports.
Perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations.
Enter data into and pull data from computer systems.
Must possess considerable problem-solving ability in dealing with equipment or troubleshooting when supervision is not readily available for consultation.
Must have an understanding of basic chemistry or biology, and basic lab equipment and testing through on the job experience, or through high school or college coursework.
Experience with computers and programs.

Nice To Haves

2 years of work experience in a similar type position.
Experience in instrumentation operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with aseptic technique and sample pulling is preferred.
Advanced level science knowledge (e.g. chemistry, biology, microbiology).
Lab work experience (e.g. computer-assisted analytical equipment, microbiological testing) is also preferred.

Responsibilities

Test final product (Cheese, WPC, Lactose and NFDM) from previous production date based on the requirements of specific product code for bacteriological testing.
Perform testing in-process and swab sampling for bacteriological testing.
Enable plant environmental swab program.
Advise appropriate management personnel about specification conditions, recommending corrective measures.
Exhibit excellent decision making skills in product grading.
Utilize the FLEX and SAP to input data from testing procedures.
Represent the Quality Execution Department during corporate, regional, or customer visits.
Perform all the assigned housekeeping and inspection program duties.