Quality Lab Technician - Food Manufacturing

Select Division • Casa Grande, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis US Yogurt is hiring a Quality Lab Technician for its manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, Arizona. The technician performs timely and accurate evaluations and analyses of raw materials, products, processes, and facilities to support efficient manufacturing and shipment of products that meet specifications. The role starts at $21.00 per hour, plus shift differentials, and is a full-time second-shift opportunity, Friday through Tuesday, from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM.

The technician supports food safety and quality by testing production samples, monitoring sanitation and equipment performance, evaluating the plant environment, conducting Good Manufacturing Practices audits, maintaining testing equipment, documenting results, and communicating with operations employees. The position requires working in a variable-temperature manufacturing environment and routinely involves standing, walking, lifting, stooping, reaching, climbing, balancing, and exposure to mechanical machinery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to six months of related training and/or experience in a food manufacturing laboratory or quality assurance team.
• Experience working in a clean environment, using aseptic methodologies, and performing bacteriological culture and laboratory analysis.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and analysis.
• Ability to understand and follow company policies, standards, and specifications.
• Ability to understand, operate, and interpret results from typical laboratory testing procedures.
• Effective and accurate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take directions and follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to work well with peers and supervisors across various teams.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and SAP.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in a variable-temperature environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and to stoop, reach, climb, and balance regularly.
• Comfort with routine exposure to mechanical machinery.
• Ability to work in a multitasking, deadline-driven, consumer-driven environment.
• Close vision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and quality according to plant and department procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate samples from each step of yogurt production, and approve them for production or distribution using test equipment, procedures, and methodologies.
• Place product on hold based on specifications and product knowledge.
• Monitor and approve production equipment sanitation, start-up, and performance using control devices and tests.
• Monitor the plant environment using testing equipment and procedures, including air sampling and swabbing equipment and drains, and regularly communicate results to the operations team.
• Audit Good Manufacturing Practices in all plant areas.
• Prepare paperwork for reporting results to internal audits, SQF audits, and State Agencies.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment using control devices and tests.
• Communicate daily with operations employees about issues, results, and evaluation status.
• Use the Scientific Investigation Method in daily work.
• Maintain a sanitary and well-stocked work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) match up to 7% annually.
• Referral bonus programs of $750–$1,500.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• FSA and HSA programs.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including 7 core holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 volunteer days, and prorated vacation time up to 15 days.
• Premium overtime pay when working Sundays and core holidays.
• Paid Time Off from day one.
• Training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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