Quality Control Lab Tech - Night Shift

KLN ENTERPRISES INC • Perham, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine having a chance to produce and package our most popular product line, NutriSource Pet Foods and Tuffy's Pet Foods for everyone's favorite 4-legged friends. Imagine sharing in the profits of a historic family owned business that paid out over $6 million to its employees in 2023. Imagine living in the Lakes Area of Minnesota, with world-class shopping, boating, and fishing at dozens of local lakes. It will all be yours when you choose to join our team!

We’re now hiring support for our Night Shift Quality Control Team. As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for performing quality checks on production lines. Have general knowledge to perform analytical testing on lab equipment. Requirements, desired qualification, skills and abilities located below. If you have a passion for pets and this role matches your skill set, this position might be for you and you may have just stumbled upon the perfect role!

Requirements

• General mathematical ability and basic computer skills
• Self-motivation and Good judgment and reasoning abilities
• Work shifts as required and Safe work record
• Good attitude and Use of specialized lab equipment
• Able to climb to working heights in excess of 20 feet and work in dusty environment
• Lifting in excess of 50lbs and continuous walking/standing
• Working hot/cold and loud environment and occasional bending, stooping, crouching, carrying and lifting

Responsibilities

• Follow all procedures to maintain a safe execution of duties
• Have knowledge on the lab testing equipment-LECO Protein Analyzer, pH meter, water activity and NIR.
• Have knowledge of the Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in lab testing and wear proper safety protection equipment
• Work with peer, supervisors and subordinate groups
• Perform quality checks on finished product off the production lines
• Collect samples for analytical testing and product cuttings
• Collect and retain samples of all products produced
• Make recommendations for lab improvements
• Able to work in other areas of facility if required

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision
• Wellness program discounts - up to $150 discounted towards health insurance monthly
• 104 Hours of PTO Accrued in First Year of Employment
• 7 Paid Holidays
• KLN Clinic - Free doctor visits & more than 300 free prescriptions
• 401k Match Opportunity
• Opportunity to meet with our onsite financial advisors
• $10,000 Forgivable Home Grant Program
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees