Overview
QA Laboratory Technician Jobs in Chehalis, Washington, USA at Darigold
Darigold is seeking a Lab Technician for our Chehalis, WA plant location.
What You Will Do
Ensure that all products’ analytical, micro and organoleptic properties are in compliance with product and regulatory specifications. This includes communicating test results to Management as necessary.
Contacting QA Manager immediately when product does not meet specifications.
Obtain finished product line samples for micro and analytical testing.
Obtain raw and pasteurized samples for micro and analytical testing.
Calibrating equipment and ensuring that testing equipment and methods produce results in agreement with an established standard.
Performing extra tests when needed.
Reporting results in a timely and accurate manner to Quality Assurance, Operations, and Accounting departments.
Preparing Certificates of Analysis as needed.
Must be able to lift/push/pull 50lbs.
Responsible for reporting all food safety and/or quality concerns to Management.
Other duties as assigned based on department needs.
What You Will Bring
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating levels of work each day.
High level of organizational skills.
Ability to perform analytical and micro tests such that results agree with a standard and/or duplicate testing by a recognized laboratory.
Basic understanding of microbiology and familiarity with plating methods.
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Education
, Experience and Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent required for this position.
Basic computer literacy required for this position.
Nice-to-Have’s
Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline preferred.
Prior laboratory experience strongly preferred (in school and/or professionally).
Prior experience in a dairy processing environment preferred.
Schedule
Day Shift;
Wednesday thru Saturday; 40 hours per week, 10 hours per day.
Benefits of Working at Darigold
We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package – that includes:
Health and Welfare plans.
Paid vacation, sick and holidays.
Pension contribution.
Community giving through matching donations.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program.
Hourly compensation range: $26.50/hr to $30.00/hr based on contract brackets.
Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable).
Our
Commitment to Diversity
Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
As a condition of employment, applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify.
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Title: QA Laboratory Technician
Company: Darigold
Location: Chehalis, Washington, USA
Category: Manufacturing / Production, Quality Assurance – QA/QC
