Lab Technician at Dairy Farmers of America

Join a great company! We are a purpose-driven organization, starting with providing the world with nature's most perfect food: milk.

General Purpose

Test all raw, intermediate, and finished products as well as collecting and testing environmental samples according to established procedures. Discover and prevent defects and improve quality. Work with a high degree of accuracy and concentration to produce valid test results in a timely manner.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform receiving lab duties including weighing trucks, observing sample collections, and preparation of receiving tickets.
• Evaluate truck shipments for acceptance based upon established criteria.
• Complete entry into the computer systems and generate requested reports.
• Perform testing using the Near Infra-red methods, acidity tests, sink work, and other appropriate lab equipment.
• Prepare chemical solutions and media required for laboratory testing. Sterilize equipment as needed.
• Perform butterfat and total solids tests on fluid milk; cream and condensed.
• Maintain lab records of samples, test results, and lab quality control measures in an up-to-date, legible, and accurate manner ensuring the accuracy of results.
• Certify that finished product is suitable for sale by meeting government and customer specifications. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the lab and the integrity of all testing results.
• Perform basic microbiology and environmental sampling as required.
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
  
  

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Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Prefer two year applied science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science or Microbiology
• 1 year experience in a food laboratory or similar role
  
  

Certification And/or License

• Approved as a Pennsylvania Industry Analyst for Appendix N Testing Program or able to obtain within 45 days of employment. Participate in necessary programs annually to maintain approval.
• Able to obtain Pennsylvania Weighmaster license within 30 days of employment
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Able to read, write, and speak English
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer

$21.50 / hour