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Michael Foods · 2 weeks ago

Process Lab Technician 2nd Shift

Wakefield, NE

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to ensure the safety and compliance of their products. The role involves meticulous attention to detail, conducting analyses, and maintaining documentation to guarantee high-quality standards are met.

Hospitality

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare samples for microbiological, chemical, or process analysis, adhering to standardized procedures

Perform laboratory analysis using established test methods to ensure compliance with standards and regulations

Review test results against specification, maintain accurate and legible documentation

Practice Good Laboratory Practices (GLP’s) and ensure equipment checks and safety monitoring

Assist in maintaining the lab’s quality control system and database

Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including storage areas

Support Quality and Company initiatives and actively participate in cross - functional teams

Perform bacterial identifications, sterilize microbiological wasted and biohazards, and prepare media for testing (for microbiology lab)

Conduct process/chemical analysis, work safely with chemicals, and prepare solutions for production (for chemistry/process lab)

Attend and actively participate in safety meetings/trainings, always ensuring regulatory compliance

Assume personal responsibility for a safe and health workplace and adhere to all safety policies and procedures

Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Food ScienceMicrobiologyChemistryFood SafetyHACCP principlesMathematical skillsBilingual in SpanishCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivated

Required

One year certificate from college or technical school in Food Science, Biological Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Safety, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or work experience

Ability to read, interpret and communicate effectively with various documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals

Strong mathematical skills, including ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and interpret bar graphs

Excellent reasoning ability, with capacity to solve practical problems and interpret instructions

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles essential for microbiology and chemistry testing

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, bilingual in Spanish a plus

Availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(K) retirement plan

Long-Term Disability, Accident Coverage and Life Insurance

Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability provided at company expense

No waiting period for PTO and Holiday Pay

Incentive Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement and on-the-job training

Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Company

Michael Foods

Michael Foods is a producer and distributor of food products to the foodservice, retail, and food-ingredient markets.

Founded in 1908

Minnetonka, Minnesota, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://michaelfoods.com

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