Quality Technician (12 Hour Nights- Rotating Weekends)

The role

This entry level position provides support for the Quality department through various testing including water, raw milk, finished product, and microbiological testing. The employee will perform data entry, generate daily reports, and assist with calibrations and special studies.

What you will do

• Operate lab testing instrumentation for moisture, protein, fat, and pH
• Perform daily quality line sampling, evaluations and testing on plant floor
• Prepare all solutions and media required for laboratory tests
• Perform sensory evaluations on all finished products
• Maintain accurate laboratory records in LIMS
• Notify Quality Assurance Manager of unusual results or product defects
• Conduct raw milk testing/screening per PMO requirements
• Verify approved incoming raw milk producers
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and neat work area
• Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GLP’s

Required qualifications

• Minimum of (1) year experience in a laboratory setting
• College level verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficiency in English
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Nice to have

• College degree

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental health plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
• Parental support & family care benefits
• 401(k) with up to 9% employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs

About the company

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates dairy products. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company.