Lab Technician

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between. How You Will Make Contributions That Matter The QA Laboratory Technician is responsible for conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis of: raw materials, ingredients, in-process products and finished good products. The QA Laboratory Technician: Must be a champion for product quality and food safety Must be able to communicate in a professional and effective manner with all levels of the organization Must be able to prioritize work tasks based on changing organizational and operational needs Must be able to recognize opportunities for continuous improvement and propose solutions Must be able to manage conflict Must be able to apply critical thinking skills and analyze data Must be detail oriented in regards to data accuracy and documentation Must be able to collect and organize information in order to advise managers on quality issues Must possess a strong work ethic and have the ability to self -direct Conduct analytical and organoleptic testing of raw ingredients, in-process samples and finished goods Enter test results and other data into quality databases or spreadsheets Record information in logs and forms as required Advise and confer with departmental supervisors in regards to non-conforming product Place non-conforming products on hold and make assessments for disposition Understand and enforce compliance to all regulatory, corporate and plant policies and procedures Support QA team during internal and external audits Review records, reports and databases for discrepancies You are best suited for this job if you have the following skills, experience, education: High school diploma or GED, required. Associates' degree in a science based area of study preferred, or (4)-years of demonstrated work experience with increasing responsibility. Bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of work experience. Preferred Previous experience with quality specifications, process control monitoring and documentation Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: word, excel, access and power point Proficient in database applications for logistics, enterprise management, maintenance and quality data systems We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families. Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products. Hourly Rate: $25.96 Physical Demands The Laboratory Technician must be able to work in a fast paced industrial manufacturing environment. Environmental conditions and physical requirements include, but are not limited to: Loud noise, changing temperatures, and wet floors Standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs/ladders around manufacturing equipment for 12+ hours Physically lifting up to 50 lbs. intermittently throughout 12-hour shift Pushing carts, hand trucks or wheeled totes with up to 200 lbs. of load Working with chemicals, strong caustics and acids Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day. Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC endeavors to make accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at or email . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. 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