QA Lab Technician

Darigold is seeking a motivated Quality Assurance Lab Technician to join our NEW Pasco Plant. This role is pivotal to ensure the quality and safety of the finished goods we produce. The primary function of this role is to ensure that all products' analytical, micro and organoleptic properties are following all
product and regulatory specifications.

As a member of the Quality Assurance team, a person must possess the desire and ability to contribute to the overall success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year. As such, all Darigold employees are expected to follow all Food Safety and Quality requirements as outlined in
Darigold’s Good Manufacturing Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and facility employee training sessions. All employees should also believe in collaborating with others to achieve team goals, while also effectively working independently without direct supervision.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for testing, sampling, documentation, and out-of-specification call backs as well as other duties or projects as may be assigned including in some cases releases.
• Contacts supervisor immediately when product does not meet specifications. Recommending process adjustments to meet specifications.
• Execute testing of finished product line samples for micro and analytical. On some occasions might obtain the samples
• Execute testing of raw and pasteurized samples for micro and analytical. On some occasions might obtain samples
• Performs environmental swabbing as required by program standards.
• Responsible for accurately record and retain data from analysis.
• Calibrates equipment and ensures that testing equipment and methods produce results in  agreement with an established standard.
• Performs extra tests when needed.
• Conduct glass and hard plastic audit
• Conduct GMP inspection
• Perform pre & post operational inspections
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• If applicable, ability to attain Appendix N Industry Analyst level certification.
• Ability to follow good lab practices.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of MS office software
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good communications skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of organizational skills
• Ability to perform analytical and micro tests such that results agree with a standard and/or duplicate testing by a recognized laboratory.
• Basic understanding of microbiology and familiarity with plating methods.

Nice to Have’s

• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline preferred or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science discipline.
• 2 years laboratory technician experience.

Physical Requirements

• Never N 0%
• Seldom S 1-10% / 0-1 hour
• Occasional O 11-33% / 1-3 hours
• Frequent F 34-66% / 3-6 hours
• Constant C 67-100%

Physical Requirement

• Sit F
• Stand/Walk C
• Climb Ladder S
• Climb Stairs F
• Twist O
• Bend / Stoop O
• Squat / Kneel S
• Crawl S
• Reach F
• Work above shoulders F
• Keyboard C
• Wrist S
• Grasp O
• Operate foot controls F
• Vibratory task O
• Lift 50 Lbs. O
• Carry 50 Lbs. F
• Push / Pull 50 Lbs. F

Salary rate:

Staring wage is $23.13/hr. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. 

Benefits of Working at Darigold

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package – that includes:

• Employer 401K contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program

Our Commitment to Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.

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