$1,500 sign-on bonus offered to qualified candidates

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, scorch tests, 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; condensed and sweetened condensed milk; and powdered products.
• 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.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• 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.

Minimum Requirements:

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

- May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.80 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person