Lab Technician

Overview

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At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 professionals across the globe. Each day, we re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer a house of brands including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Break stone s cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi s, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Lab Technician based in Buffalo, NY.

• Perform all analytical tests to properly evaluate each product provided to the laboratory. Testing includes, but is not limited to Fat, Moisture, Calcium, Salt, Protein.
• Sample and provide assistance to have samples tested at an outside lab for chemistry and microbiology. Provide all analytical data results to Lab Manager and/or Project Manager in an organized and clear format. Carry out daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of analytical equipment and laboratory area. Monitor chemical reagents and notify Lab Manager when supplies are running low.
• Work closely with laboratory staff.
• Provide technical assistance as needed for GMP and GSP adherence.

• Extended hours may be necessary depending on project needs. To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and/or allowances may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the plant/office.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company s overall performance and success.

From your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Associates degree in Dairy Science preferred. Equivalent experience acceptable.

Experience

• 2+ years dairy science experience is favored.
• Must minimally have laboratory experience.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Solid working knowledge of basic laboratory skills
• Good mathematical skills are required (calculate averages)
• Food industry knowledge is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Power point for report

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.