Dairy Laboratory Specialist

3 weeks ago


Syracuse, New York, United States Actalent Full time
Job Summary:

The Dairy Laboratory Specialist is responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of dairy products by performing various laboratory tests and analyses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dairy science and laboratory techniques, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills.



Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct microbiological analyses, chemical analyses, and sensory testing to determine the quality and safety of dairy products

• Release compliant product from hold on computerized inventory management system

• Inspect and verify sanitary condition of processing lines/fillers/tanks/overall areas

• Conduct ATP swabbing and visual inspections to ensure a clean and safe environment

• Validate vitamin additions and batching sheets for processing departments

• Communicate openly with Quality Control Team and plant personnel to ensure seamless operations

• Conduct bacteria/shelf life testing of fresh and stressed samples

• Maintain laboratory logbook and Hold/Disposition Log

• Log and send out COAs (Certificate of Analysis)

• Complete Titratable Acidity (TA) test using all methods

• Conduct Allergen testing

• Perform Sterile Sampling of Tanks

• Complete and report product testing using tally and Product Testing Record

• Perform cryoscope testing on milk products

• Verify product labeling

• Conduct EQA testing

• Complete shelf life sensory testing

• Perform butterfat and solids testing using appropriate equipment

• Conduct product sterility testing on samples

• Update log and results for Product Hold and Disposition Log

• Utilize LIMS system and verify analytical, sensory, and microbiological testing

Requirements:

• Minimum of GED or High School Diploma is required

• Associates degree in dairy/food sciences or equivalent highly preferred

• 1-2 years' experience in similar food industry lab setting highly preferred

• Prior laboratory experience

• Effective communication between shifts and departments

• Team collaboration

• Attention to detail

• Problem-solving

• Time management

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.

We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.

With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.



Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people.

DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.



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