Quality Lab Summer Help

Agropur • Little Chute, WI

9d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. At Agropur, organizational growth is driven by the growth of our people. What Agropur offers An environment that supports your development: Rate of Pay: $24.73 hourly Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for supporting production by analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods; performing microbiological and/or physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products. Daily tasks include the receipt of samples, determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications, testing samples (reporting any abnormal reactions to Laboratory leadership), documenting, and reporting of results, and cleaning and stocking the work area. The Laboratory Technician I is also responsible for daily maintaining laboratory equipment and performing routine quality control checks. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Troubleshoot issues or concerns with Supervisor/Management. Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices. Safety Protocol Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• 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.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures. (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• 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, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, quality and cleanliness in work.
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree or some coursework in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• supporting production by analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods
• performing microbiological and/or physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products
• receipt of samples
• determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications
• testing samples (reporting any abnormal reactions to Laboratory leadership)
• documenting, and reporting of results
• cleaning and stocking the work area
• daily maintaining laboratory equipment and performing routine quality control checks
• Troubleshoot issues or concerns with Supervisor/Management.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory 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

• An environment that supports your development
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees