Lab Technician Fri, Sat, Sun

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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 worldwide. In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled portfolio of beloved brands, including Galbani
®,
Président
®,
Kraft
®,
Break stone’s®,
Cracker Barrel
®,
Black Diamond
®, and Parmalat
®, among many others. Our yogurt portfolio features siggi’s®,
Stonyfield Organic
®,
Brown Cow
™,
Oui
®,
Yoplait
®,
Go-Gurt
®, :ratio
®,
Green Mountain Creamery
®,
Mountain High
®, and growing ethnic favorites such as Karoun
®,
Gopi
®, and Arz
®.

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

Position: Lab Tech
Location: Brattleboro, VT
Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., 12‑hour shifts
Hourly Wage: $22.50

• Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate samples from each step of yogurt production and approve them for use in production or distribution using various test equipment and procedures.
• Hold product based on specifications and product knowledge.
• Prepare and add sensitive ingredients to the product during various points of the process, including culture, vitamins, and minerals.
• Monitor and approve production equipment sanitation, start‑up, and performance using control devices and tests.
• Monitor the plant environment using various test equipment and procedures and communicate results to the operations team on a regular basis, including air sampling and swabbing drains.
• Perform audits on Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the plant.
• Prepare paperwork for reporting results to State Agencies.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment using control devices and tests.
• Communicate with operations employees regarding issues, results, and status of evaluations daily.
• Maintain good hygiene at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Verify compliance and alert QA Supervisor and/or Manager of any deviations from approved product specifications.

• High School diploma, GED, 3–6 months of related training and/or experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 25 lbs.
• Mathematics proficiency in using algebraic expressions.
• Computer knowledge is required; knowledge of IBM Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access is a plus.
• Ability to perform logical and rational deductions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take direction and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow procedures to detail and work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.
• Ability to operate in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer paid time off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth and provide training and development opportunities, including education reimbursement.

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.