Night Shift Lab Technician

Job Summary:

Bongards' Creameries is seeking a Night Shift Lab Technician based out of our Humboldt facility. The Lab Technician is responsible for safely analyzing cheese to ensure conformance to pre-established specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Testing of raw product, accurately document test results and calculate adjustments needed
• Communicate with Cook operator(s) on adjustments needed based off Moisture, Fat, Salt, pH, Food Scan
• Examine finished product using long method testing to verify compliance to recipe specifications
• Gather samples that will be tested for Coliform, Listeria, Salmonella, Yeast and Mold
• Accurate documentation of test results and other associate paperwork
• Electronic data entry and phoning of test results as necessary
• Daily maintenance and preparation of stock and working chemicals
• Keep work area neat, clean and organized

• Must report all food safety problems to immediate supervisor or designated replacement

• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent Math and Reading skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Familiar with safe handling of chemicals and reagents
• Successfully complete annual Split sample Test and On-Site Evaluation every 2 years for certification
• Work as part of a team
• Must adhere to and follow all Safety, GMP, other quality guidelines
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs

Schedule:

• Night Shift 5:00pm to 5:00am Mon-Fri and available every other weekend for Pre-Operation Testing required

Benefits:

• Medical - Prescription Drug - Dental - Vision
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability, life and voluntary insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing
• Internal Career Opportunities

Bongards Creameries is a member owned COOP that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron's milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.

If you are interested in this position you can apply by filling out an application in UKG/Ultipro, you must use the desktop website, not the mobile app. Talk with your local HR representative for any questions.