Lab Technician
Description:
Job Description
We are seeking to hire a Lab Tech for our client in Reading, PA!
Weekly Pay and Benefits Available
$24.90/Hour
• Standard shifts
o 1st shift is 8 a. – 4 p.
o 2nd shift is 4 p. – 12 a.
o 3rd shift is 12 a. – 8 p.
• Try to schedule 1 weekend off per month
Top Skills Required:
1. Previous lab experience
2. Extensive lab work experience in school
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, scorch tests, 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; condensed and sweetened condensed milk; and powdered products utilizing the Mojonnier tester.
? 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.
? Follow all good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
? Exhibit the values and ethics through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
? Adhere to all Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.
? Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
? 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.
Minimum Requirements:
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
? May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
? Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
? Skill in proficient computer usage
? Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
? Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
? Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
? Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
? Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
? Able to work independently and as part of a team
? Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
? Able to read, write, and speak English
• This facility processes two main ingredients, milk powder and condensed milk
o They have a fluid side, testing raw milk and condensed milk
o The other side is testing the finished product/powder
o Everyone is trained on both sides
• Once arriving to the facility candidates will change into their uniform/suit, workers have their own personal locker
• Company provide most of the equipment/uniform as this is a sterile environment
o Lab coat
o Hair net
o Safety goggles
o Hard hat
o Ear plugs
• Candidates must have their own slip-resistant shoes, which will be left in their personal locker
• Daily activities include
o Processing paperwork
o Communicating with the haulers that come to the site, check paperwork (I.e. documenting truck weight)
o Bringing samples into the lab to test
o Performing testing on the products
o Taking environmental swabs in assigned areas where they would
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