Lab Technician

Description

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At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Lab Technician based in Buffalo, NY.

Lab Technician 1 will be responsible for a variety of activities that support and provide technical assistance to Research and Development, Corporate Plants, and Corporate Quality Assurance. Perform routine testing on all Liquid and Solid samples provided to the lab from Plants, QA, and R&D, including company samples and competitor samples as provided by Marketing and Sales.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Perform all analytical tests to properly evaluate each product provided to the laboratory. Testing to include, but is not limited to Fat, Moisture, Calcium, Salt, Protein.
• Sample and provide assistance to have samples tested, when required, at an outside lab for chemistry and microbiology. Provide all analytical data results to Lab Manager and or/Project Manager in an organized and clear format. Carry out daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of analytical equipment and laboratory area. Monitor chemical reagents and notify Lab Manager when supplies are running low.
• Work closely with laboratory staff.
• Provide technical assistance as needed for Aware of and practice Plant’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).

Working Conditions

• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the plant/office.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Associates degree in Dairy Science preferred. Equivalent experience acceptable.

Experience

• 2+ years dairy science experience is favored.
• Must minimally have laboratory experience.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Solid working knowledge of basic laboratory skills
• Good mathematical skills are required (calculate averages)
• Food industry knowledge is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Power point for report

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

Salary Description $25 - 27 Hourly

Employee Benefits.

Lactalis provides robust and competitive benefits for employees. We have developed a total rewards program that focuses on fair pay, pay for performance, benefits, time off, career progression, and development opportunities.

We offer a full suite of benefit options designed to fit your personal needs, from traditional medical and dental plans to ancillary benefits such as accident and critical illness insurance, as well as employee assistance programs. Choice and flexibility are at the core of our benefits program, assuring you have the choices and coverage levels that meet your personal needs.

We also understand the importance of affordable benefits which is why we contribute up to 85% toward the cost. We place significant importance on your financial well-being by providing company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan.

When it comes to time off, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why all employees are granted PTO days upon hire in addition to designated annual holidays. We continue to evaluate our total rewards program and strive to provide you with valuable benefits for your overall wellness.