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Lab Technician – 2nd shift Jobs in Reading, USA at Dairy Farmers of America
Lab Technician – 2nd shift
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Location:
Reading, PA
Company:
Dairy Farmers of America
Category:
Quality and Food Safety
Job Description
Join a great company! We are a purpose-driven organization, starting with providing the world with nature’s most perfect food: milk.
General
Purpose:
Test all raw, intermediate, and finished products as well as collecting and testing environmental samples according to established procedures. Discover and prevent defects and improve quality. Work with a high degree of accuracy and concentration to produce valid test results in a timely manner.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Perform receiving lab duties including weighing trucks, observing sample collections, and preparation of receiving tickets.
* Evaluate truck shipments for acceptance based upon established criteria.
* Complete entry into the computer systems and generate requested reports.
* Perform testing using the Near Infra-red methods, acidity tests, sink work, and other appropriate lab equipment.
* Prepare chemical solutions and media required for laboratory testing. Sterilize equipment as needed.
* Perform butterfat and total solids tests on fluid milk; cream and condensed.
* Maintain lab records of samples, test results, and lab quality control measures in an up-to-date, legible, and accurate manner ensuring the accuracy of results.
* Certify that finished product is suitable for sale by meeting government and customer specifications. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the lab and the integrity of all testing results.
* Perform basic microbiology and environmental sampling as required.
* Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
Education and Experience
* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
* Prefer two year applied science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science or Microbiology
* 1 year experience in a food laboratory or similar role
Certification and/or License:
* Approved as a Pennsylvania Industry Analyst for Appendix N Testing Program or able to obtain within 45 days of employment. Participate in necessary programs annually to maintain approval.
* Able to obtain Pennsylvania Weighmaster license within 30 days of employment
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
* Able to read, write, and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary:
$21.50/ hour
Title: Lab Technician – 2nd shift
Company: Dairy Farmers of America
Location: Reading, USA
Category:
