Technician, Laboratory
SDF Saputo Dairy Foods USA

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform lab testing on in-process and finished products; record and report results in order to ensure highest standards of quality are met or exceeded and in compliance with federal, state, and company specifications

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gathers samples for analytical testing and performs various laboratory tests on products, raw materials, ingredients and lab samples to determine if they meet necessary requirements.

• Prepares samples of products for future reference and documents results.

• Examines results of audit tests to identify problems with such things as sanitation and manufacturing processes.

• Enters laboratory data into computer system.

• Alert management when products are out of specification.

• Responsible for reporting food safety or quality problems to management and assists in appropriate personnel.

• Examines inventory to determine what supplies need to be ordered and informs appropriate personnel.

• Trains other employees on the proper use of equipment and procedures.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Biology, or related discipline or Associate degree with relevant experience.

• 1-3 years experience.

• Must be able to perform basic math and reading skills

• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

• Basic Computer Skills

• Ability to work under adverse conditions to include limited exposure to a 35° temperature cold storage environment.

• Flexibility to work weekends, shifts and overtime.

• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.

• Ability to read meters and charts accurately and possess skills to maintain lab records.

• Familiarity with lab procedures, such as the dairy lab and Babcock testing; proper use and care of laboratory testing and analyses equipment.

• Highly self-motivated and able to work without supervision.

• Work requires frequent standing, walking, and repetitive motions with good dexterity.

• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

• Should be able to work and perform well in a team environment, which may on occasion include pressure situations.

Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!

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