Computer Systems, Environmental Microbiology, Government Requirements, Government Sales, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Testing, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimen Collection, Specimens/Samples, Sterilization, Test Lab, Testing, Time Management
Join a great company! We are a purpose-driven organization, starting with providing the world with nature's most perfect food: milk.
General Purpose:
Test all raw, intermediate, and finished products as well as collecting and testing environmental samples according to established procedures. Discover and prevent defects and improve quality. Work with a high degree of accuracy and concentration to produce valid test results in a timely manner.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform receiving lab duties including weighing trucks, observing sample collections, and preparation of receiving tickets.
- Evaluate truck shipments for acceptance based upon established criteria.
- Complete entry into the computer systems and generate requested reports.
- Perform testing using the Near Infra-red methods, acidity tests, sink work, and other appropriate lab equipment.
- Prepare chemical solutions and media required for laboratory testing. Sterilize equipment as needed.
- Perform butterfat and total solids tests on fluid milk; cream and condensed.
- Maintain lab records of samples, test results, and lab quality control measures in an up-to-date, legible, and accurate manner ensuring the accuracy of results.
- Certify that finished product is suitable for sale by meeting government and customer specifications. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the lab and the integrity of all testing results.
- Perform basic microbiology and environmental sampling as required.
- Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
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Dairy Farmers of America Inc