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West Liberty Foods · 2 days ago

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

positionWest Liberty, IA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$19.43/hr - $24/hr

West Liberty Foods manufactures a variety of meat and poultry products and is recognized as a leading protein processor in North America. The Quality Assurance Lab Technician is responsible for conducting laboratory tests to ensure product quality and safety, providing accurate results to processing facilities.

Food Processing

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological testing using standard methods and PCR
Analyze and interpret microbial results and entering results into the WLF Intranet
Perform chemical and nutrition testing as required by sample scheduling
Manufacturing media weekly or bi-weekly based on sampling schedule
Perform Quality Control sample testing
Maintain a clean work environment to ensure legitimacy of testing practices
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Microbiological testingPCRQuality Control testingChemical testingFood manufacturing experienceBasic computer skillsPersonal hygieneEnglish proficiencyAdaptability

Required

Must be able to work Monday - Friday schedule with one Saturday and Sunday per month as regular work schedule
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Must be able to practice good personal hygiene
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Work extended hours, weekends and overtime if needed
Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical

Preferred

Associates Degree in related area or equivalent preferred
Experience in lab and/or quality assurance is preferred
Experience in food manufacturing or processing a plus
Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands
Basic computer skills using Google Suite

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Discount Benefits
Additional Voluntary Benefits

Company

West Liberty Foods

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West Liberty Foods was formed under the guiding principles of the Iowa Turkey Growers Cooperative.
dateFounded in 1996
location
West Liberty, Iowa, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.wlfoods.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Allen Hansen
Vice President and CFO
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