Lab Technician

2 weeks ago


Lafayette, Indiana, United States Prairie Farms Dairy Full time
You've heard of, or even tasted, our products... now it's time to join the team that supplies the ice cream novelties you and your family love

This is a position as an Ice Cream Quality Tech on 2nd shift at Ice Cream Specialties (a division of Prairie Farms Dairy) in Lafayette, IN. Ice Cream Specialties has been a part of the Lafayette community for over 50 years and prides itself in producing delicious ice cream novelties, as well as a safe, friendly, atmosphere with a controlled climate Apply today and build your career with Prairie Farms Dairy.

1st shift hours: 2 PM-10 PM or 4 PM-12 AM (will be discussed in interview); Monday - Friday (some mandatory Saturdays during our busy Summer season).

Hourly Rate: $16.50/hr + $1/hr shift premium when working hours 4 PM-12 AM.

General Purpose: To test and ensure proper standards for all products to meet company, state and federal guidelines.

Positions Responsibilities:
  • Checking Good Manufacturing Practices procedures
  • Microbiological Testing
  • Weights and Volume Evaluations
  • Organoleptic Evaluations (flavor, texture and color testing)
  • Checking Titration, pH, Brix, Fats, Solids and additional testing as required
  • Checking Metal Detector
  • Inspect product for Proper Labeling and Code Dates
  • Other duties assigned by supervisor
Essential Skills and experience:
  • Average math, writing and reading skills
  • Strong team player
  • Strong computer knowledge; preferably fluent in Microsoft
  • Ability to communicate with Quality Assurance and plant personnel on any QA issues
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends
  • Ability to multitask with positive results
  • Previous food safety experience
Nonessential Skills:

Some laboratory experience is preferred. There is a 90-day probationary period.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a team group setting and must be able to work with several people at a time. The employee must be willing to work in the freezer for up to one hour at a time (-20o). The noise level in the work environment can be extremely loud.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to work standing for long periods of time. Must be able to climb stairs multiple times a day and stoop, kneel, reach, lift repetitively. This job requires being able to lift approximately 45 lbs and carrying it 50 feet. Hands may be washed more than 10 times a day. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Due to data entry requirements, the employee must have manual dexterity for repetitive keystrokes. This job requires corrected hearing.

What are some of the benefits and incentives provided?
  • Orientation & Training to help you succeed.
  • Free ice cream on your breaks
  • Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) as low as $13/week.
  • Retirement/401K. Employer generally contributes anywhere from 7% up to 15% of your gross pay into the account
  • Annual raises.
  • Potential to earn a merit raise during your first 6-12 months.
  • Vacation + PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement
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