Quality Lab Technician

Agrana • Lysander, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Agrana Fruit is the world market leader and leading ingredient supplier of fruit preparations for the refrigerated & frozen dairy, bakery, and food service industries. Every 3rd cup of yogurt worldwide contains fruit from Agrana! As an essential employer in the US Food Supply Chain, Agrana Fruit US, Inc offers a stable, safe work environment for our employees. The Lab Technician is responsible for food safety, including all product testing, record keeping, and assuring the finished product meets customer specifications.

Requirements

• Previous Food Manufacturing and Food Safety Quality Experience Preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent GED
• Recent college graduates will be considered
• Candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Product and Microbiology Testing
• Computer Data Entry and Maintenance
• Daily Samples - Set up a testing table and maintain a sample retention library
• Release Product for Shipment
• Test Raw Ingredients
• Resample Totes (Nonconforming product, Experimental totes)
• Observe all GMP’s, HAACP’s good housekeeping and safety rules & regulations
• Completion of all individual training as outlined by the training matrix or management training schedule
• Perform other duties as directed by Supervisor/Lab Lead

Benefits

• Hiring Bonus
• Weekly pay
• Stable work hours with a stable company
• 3rd Shift Premium Pay
• Daily overtime
• No Top Out Rate
• Low-Cost Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Telemedicine Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Plans
• Company Match 401k
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED