Lab Technician

### Job Duties Description Lab Technician - Norwood, MN Be part of a legacy of excellence at Bongards Premium Cheese. Who We Are Since 1908, Bongards has been a leader in the dairy industry. As one of the largest farmer-owned dairy cooperatives in the U.S., we process millions of pounds of milk daily while staying true to our roots-delivering unparalleled quality at every step. Our success is built upon our core values of teamwork, hard work, integrity in all that we do, customer focus and a passion for excellence. At Bongards, we foster a culture where every voice matters, employees are empowered, and teamwork drives excellence. Lab Technician Details Shift: Day Shift - 7 am to 3 pmMon to Fri Top rate of pay: Hourly - $27 to $29 Position Summary: Bongards Premium Cheese is looking for a dedicated, dynamic and experienced individual to serve as a Lab Technician on the day shift at our Norwood Processing Facility. What You'll Do Daily testing(Must be able to learn but not be limited to) Salt testing (Corning Analyzer) Moisture testing (Vacuum Oven, and Convection oven) Fat Testing (Babcock) Sample Preparation for Lab, QC, FOSS and FQ analyzers. Microbiological testing. Accurate documentation of test results and other associated paperwork. Electronic data entry and phoning of test results as necessary. Ability to learn and assist the Quality Assurance Technicians as needed. Maintenance of lab paperwork. Perform other duties as assigned. What You Bring Excellent arithmetic and reading skills generally acquired by a high school diploma or its equivalent. Proven organizational and communication skills. Proven ability to perform computer data entry work. Familiar with safe handling of chemicals and reagents. Must report all food safety and quality concerns to immediate supervisor or their designated replacement. Working Conditions Mainly a lab environment. Will be required to spend long periods of time standing while completing testing procedures. Job does require walking into the plant operations area. Able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Must be able to operate hand grinder for sample preparation. May require weekend and holiday work. Why Join Us? At Bongards, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of team work and continuous improvement. Our team shares a true passion for producing safe, high-quality dairy products. Here, your efforts are not just valued-they're rewarded with opportunities for growth and success. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about quality, teamwork, and problem-solving, we'd love to hear from you. For Your Contributions Hourly Pay Range: $27 to $29 Medical - Prescription Drug - Dental - Vision Paid time off (PTO) 401(k) with company match Disability, life and voluntary insurance Employee Assistance Program Profit Sharing Internal Career Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) ### Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent ### Minimum Experience Required None ### Shift First (Day) ### Number of Openings 1 ### Public Transportation Accessible Yes ### Veterans Encouraged to Apply No ### Physical Required Yes ### Drug Test Required Yes ### Compensation $11.41 / Hourly ### Postal Code 55317 ### Job Type Full Time ### Place of Work On-site ### Requisition ID LABTE002724 ### Job Benefits Not specified