Lab Technician

Job Summary

Cumberland Dairy has an immediate job opening for a Lab Technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials, and associated items, while adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements. The person in this position would need to maintain all applicable standard operating procedures, while utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

• $24 per hour

Schedule:

10-hour shifts - night shift - weekend availability required

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee appreciation events
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

• Associate's degree in science field or 1-2 years related experience is required. Biological Science degree preferred
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English
• Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be able to work in a wet environment
• May occasionally be exposed to chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer