Lab Technician

Company: Lactalis American Group
Location: Turlock
Posted on: April 25, 2024

Job Description:

DescriptionFrom your PASSION to oursThis person works closely with quality assurance lead person and key processing personnel to collect and analyze various kinds of samples throughout the processing. From your EXPERTISE to ours Key responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Collect raw, in-process, and finished product samples from the various locations. Participates in cleaning and sanitation verification activities including equipment swabbing. Calibrate Lab / QC / Process Control monitoring and measuring equipment. Perform physical, visual, and organoleptic testing. Perform chemical analyses. Perform microbiological analyses. Record all results in the logbooks and communicate with production personnel to provide real-time feedback. Maintain shelf-life samples and facilitate product evaluations. Perform plant audits and inspections. Assure personal and fellow worker safety. Maintain lab supplies. Follow and improve lab / quality control policies and procedures. Assist production personnel as requested to inspect / analyze materials. Follow other instructions as directed by the supervisor. Candidate must have the following attributes/skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy, personal qualities of tact and dependability, possess good manual dexterity, vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus), able to push/pull/lift and carry at least 30 pounds continuously and 50 pounds occasionally, be able to stand for entire shift, be able to perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching).RequirementsRequirements:From your STORY to oursQualified applicants will contribute the following: High School Diploma / GED and 6 months to 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense and understanding to fulfill instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram or schedule form. Language Skills: Person must speak, read, and write English. English / Spanish bilingual helpful. Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos, and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the company. Mathematics: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages. Computer skills: Basic MS Word / Excel. Knowledge of personal safety practices, common sense, and basic organizational skills.Experience: Previous employment in a food industry setting is preferred. A stable and dependable work history.Skills/Abilities: Strong attention to detail. Manual dexterity. Vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus). Push/pull/lift and carry at least 30 pounds continuously and 50 pounds occasionally, Stand for entire shift. Perform repetitive movements (e.g., twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching).--The ideal candidate will be proactive and dynamic, flexible, and receptive to new ideas, down to earth and pragmatic, analytical and attentive to detail. He or she will also be capable of working independently in adherence to regulations, of managing stress and remaining calm under pressure, and be able to demonstrate an inquiring mind and well-developed observational skills. Will demonstrate a sense of responsibility and high professional standards, honesty and integrity, and objectivity. Possess values of ambition and engagement, with simplicity--

Keywords: Lactalis American Group, Manteca , Lab Technician, Professions , Turlock, California