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SPARTA - FOREMOST FARMS USA Laboratory Technician II in SPARTA, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: About Us Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. \"We Bring Dairy to Life\" in eight manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we\'re looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us! About This Opportunity JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician II POSITION TYPE: Full time CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt Monday-Friday 7a-3p; working every 4th weekend (Saturday 8am-4pm and Sunday 10am-2pm) Position Overview The Laboratory Technician is responsible for the accurate sampling and testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products for analytical and microbiological requirements that align with customer and company standards. Key Accountabilities Performs sampling and testing practices that align with our business strategy and documented laboratory procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy of results. Prioritizes and prepares lab samples for testing and shipment to other labs and customers. Prepares necessary reagents, microbial culture media, and controls according to standard formulas. Conducts sampling in the production environment including but not limited to environmental pathogen sponges, ATP swabs, clean equipment and operational swabs. Performs analytical tests and completes required documentation for samples, incoming, and finished products. Accurately enters test results into R12 and other utilized databases. Participates in Proficiency Testing program and achieves satisfactory results for analytical and microbiological samples. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment and waste. Achieves a culture of excellence by adhering to safety guidelines, working with integrity, and communicating effectively with the team. Cleans and maintains lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment. Assists Laboratory/Quality Control Supervisor in troubleshooting efforts with equipment. Follows established guidelines and criteria when performing retests. Complies with all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)s, and state and federal regulatory requirements. Interprets lab results and escalates out of spec or suspect results to leadership staff. Participates in laboratory investigations when needed. Facilitates training of new laboratory technicians. This role is responsible for monitoring and/or verifying of control points and maintaining the related required... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportuity Employer Minorities/Females/ Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/3BD50D4DBF1E4CCB