2nd Shift DHI Milk Lab Technician
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Location: Town of Ithaca
Job Details
Job Location:
Ithaca, NY 14850, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Second Shift, The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm EST.
Lab Technician I is an entry level lab position. Technicians will be assigned to one area or a limited number of functions. The primary responsibilities of a Lab Technician I are to develop competence in basic lab procedures, workflow, instrument operation and safety protocols. Focus will be on achieving production and turnaround time standards. Work will be performed under close supervision.
Examples of duties performed include: washing milk sample vials and preparing them for reuse, preparing samples for testing (sorting, weighing & measuring) and mixing simple chemical solutions.
- 45% Sample preparation
- Sort, scan, and record incoming samples.
- Prepare samples for further testing or processing
- Prepare sample vials for cleaning.
- Handle/prepare chemicals required for testing or cleaning.
- 45% Instrument Operation
- Operate laboratory instruments according to standard operating procedures.
- Perform start-up & shut-down procedures at the start & end of each shift.
- Clean equipment as established in lab protocol.
- 10% Other Duties
- Maintain cleanliness of work area and overall lab.
- Assist with instrument upkeep & maintenance as needed.
- Participate in lab-specific and organizational trainings such as safety & annual anti-harassment, etc.
Work is performed in a laboratory where there is exposure to some chemicals and occasional exposure to noise. The use of protective safety equipment may be required.
MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDSClose mental and visual attention required for controlling machines or processes at a rapid pace requiring coordination.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTSConstantly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; and performs repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists. Regularly stands, walks, and reaches with arms and/or hands. Occasionally stoops, crouches, and bends. Ability to occasionally lift to 30 pounds.
QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED, and 1 year of prior work experience following specific protocols/instructions.
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