Dairy Farmers of America · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Lab Tech-3rd Shift
Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Senior Lab Technician for the 3rd shift. The role involves scheduling trials, managing inventory, conducting lab tests, and collaborating with project leaders on production processes.
AgricultureDairyDietary SupplementsFood Processing
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Company
Dairy Farmers of America
Dairy Farmers of America is a milk marketing cooperative owned and served by farmers across the nation.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$45MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-09-15Grant· $45M
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