Lab Technician

Job Summary

Under the direction of the QA Supervisor, perform product and other sample analysis, sample collection, sample storage, instrument calibration, data entry, and maintain the lab in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Calibrate laboratory instruments following written procedures.
• Perform physical and chemical analysis of product following written procedures.
• Perform other analysis following written procedures.
• Inspect product labels.
• Collect pomace and juice samples from locations within the plant.
• Store samples in the cold room.
• Review lab data generated and report unusual conditions.
• Computer data entry.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Must be observant, organized, and detailed oriented.
• Must function well in a fast paced environment.
• Related experience helpful.
• Desire and ability to learn.
• Be on time.
  
  

Qualifications/Experience:

• High school diploma/GED or related experience.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Perform physical activity that requires use of arms and legs; including climbing stairs, bending, lifting.
• Must be able to stand for entire shift; up to 12- hours.
• Must walk up/down 35-feet of stairs several times a shift.
• Lift 15-lbs overhead several times per shift.
  
  

Work Environment:

• Most work is inside an air-conditioned lab; however occasional exposure to hot, wet, humid, dry, or windy conditions is required.
• Exposure to high level of noise outside of the lab.
  
  

Safety Expectations:

• Responsible for performing all job requirements in a safe manner using the proper PPE and proactive safety role model with co-workers.
• Responsible for correcting/reporting unsafe behaviors or equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
  
  

Quality/Food Safety Expectations:

• Comply with all applicable Food Safety and Food Quality practices.
• Perform job duties keeping the company Food Safety & Quality commitment in mind.
• Report food safety, quality, and food defense personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Maintain good personal hygiene, follow JGBC GMP’s.
• Follow documented policies, procedures, and work instructions.
  
  

Employment Type: Seasonal

Pay Range: $17.50