Laboratory Technician - Vacation Relief

About the role

Darigold is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join the team in Spokane, Washington. This role is responsible for the day-to-day functions in the lab, ensuring all quality and food safety related tasks are completed in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products' analytical, micro, and organoleptic properties comply with product and regulatory specifications.
• Communicate to appropriate parties when samples do not meet specifications.
• Obtain samples for micro and analytical testing.
• Calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment per the established schedule.
• Perform extra testing and retesting as needed or directed by management.
• Report results accurately and timely to Quality Assurance, Operations, and Accounting departments via emailed reports and/or in person.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis as needed and email results to customers.
• Perform swabbing of plant floors, walls, and equipment for microbiological testing and report results.
• Prepare and send samples for third-party monthly, quarterly, and biannual testing.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Report all food safety and/or quality concerns to Management.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on department needs.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating workloads.
• Basic understanding of microbiology and chemistry.
• Competence using Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer literacy.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a science discipline preferred.
• Prior laboratory experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a dairy processing environment preferred.

Schedule

• Days: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• Off: Friday.
• Shift: 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

Pay

$27.15 - $30.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare plans.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Pension contribution.
• Community giving through matching donations.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable).
• Hourly Union Specific contract per location.