Description

Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus at the forefront of the food industry. Lyons is involved in each phase of the food manufacturing process from the growing of the raw materials to the marketing of the finished products – and everything in between. Lyons produces more than 2,000 different items for the industrial ingredient and foodservice segments, designing products for some of the top restaurant chains in the country, as well as international accounts. 

This huge undertaking could not be done without a diverse and talented staff. At Lyons, our people are the heart of our organization. Lyons is proud to cultivate a thriving work environment with employees who are not just satisfied and productive but engaged in creating the future – the company’s and their own.

Lyons Magnus is seeking Lab Technicians for its Beloit, WI Facility. This position is 8 hours on a daily schedule 2pm-10:30pm. Weekends on a rotating basis.

Job Summary

Ensure exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness through an operational and analytical focus, attention to detail, defect detection, and corrective/preventative action, and strong internal partnerships with the production department.

Essential duties

• Gather, prepare, and analyze in-process, incoming, and finished products for analytical and microbiological components as required
• Submit samples to customers and outside testing labs as required.
• Generate COA’s based on lab results.
• Perform plant-wide quality audits & inspections to ensure all employees are complying with good manufacturing, safety, food safety, and quality assurance practices.
• Ensure alignment of plant procedures with quality policies and SQF elements.
• Support the maintenance of SQF Certification.
• Assists with the training of associates and partners as needed.
• Verify the sanitary condition of production lines prior to start-up and after downtime requiring maintenance activity.
• Verify compliance with label stated weights and associated regulations for all products.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Clean up and housekeeping of assigned work area daily.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties and assignments as requested

Requirements

Physical Demand 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hairnet, earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting to 55 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Education, etc. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• A.S. or equivalent in Food Science or a related field preferred. Some experience in the food production industry or in a related quality or laboratory field preferred. 
• Basic math skills 
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to create and use Word and Excel documents.
• Must be collaborative and a team player.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Must be able to distinguish with a degree of accuracy taste/smell.

Additional Information 

Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the very best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes: Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more. If you meet these requirements and are eager to join a dynamic company poised for further growth, please respond with your cover letter and salary requirements.

To learn more about Lyons Magnus, LLC its products, and core values, visit www.lyonsmagnus.com, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter. 

Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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