Sr. Lab Tech-3rd Shift

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Schedule routine and new product, cost reduction, tech service pilot plant trials

* Inventory and gather ingredients and supplies

* Fully own batch routine/complex fluid, cultured, and frozen formulations

* Fully own pilot plant and lab activities including assembly and operation

* Record data and report observations

* Assist project leaders with data interpretation

* Collaborate on next steps with project leaders

* Document standard operating procedures (SOP's) and teach to others

* Independently conduct routine production trials

* Assist project leaders with complex production trials

* Independently conduct routine lab tests

* The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* High school diploma or equivalent

* 2 to 4 years of experience in a food or dairy industry (Vocational or collegiate training considered commensurate for experience)

* Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of pilot plant, production, and lab procedures

* Aptitude for equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation

* Working knowledge of mathematics for formula calculations

* Able to generate ideas, test their effectiveness, and assist plan of action

* Able to demonstrate professional oral and written communication

* Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans