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The role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, followed by two days off, two days on, and three days off. Team members will work every other weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.\nJob Purpose:\nThe Laboratory Technician is an entry level position that provides key support for the Quality Department including water testing, raw milk testing, raw and pasteurized load out testing, Finished Product testing, microbiological testing, chemical titrations, and work-in-process testing. The technician will be responsible for generating daily reports, data entry and collection, project assistance, filing, assistance in conduct of special studies, calibrations, data collection, and communicating with other departments.\nResponsibilities: \nAbility to operate lab testing instrumentation correctly. Testing includes moisture/solids, protein, fat, and pH. Technician will be responsible for understanding microbiological plating, Foss analytical equipment, pH meter and other laboratory instrumentation as needed.\nAll instrumentation is to be operated in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner.\nPerform daily quality line audits, evaluations and testing on plant floor as assigned.\nRequired to perform sensory evaluations on all finished products.\nFill out required laboratory data worksheets and logs in an accurate manner.\nMaintain all results and reports in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality.\nResponsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area at all times.\nMust keep area stocked with sufficient supplies to perform job responsibilities.\nComputer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.\nCommunication of results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner.\nPreparation of all solutions and media required in the performance of laboratory tests.\nRecognize and notify Quality Assurance Manager and appropriate operations supervisors of any unusual results or product defects. Perform the necessary re-checks for analytical and microbiological test.\nReport immediately to supervisor or manager of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the plant equipment or lab instrumentation.\nFollow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GLP’s rules.\nPerform other duties as assigned by management.\nSkills/Qualifications Required: \nAssociate or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent level of relevant experience required\nExperience in a laboratory setting is required\nStrong verbal and written communication skills required\nAbility to read, write, and understand English is required\nWorking Conditions and Physical Requirements:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSitting/Standing/Walking/Lifting/Carrying: The Laboratory Technician spends about 100% of the workday standing, usually running several different tests at different workstations. They sit while counting plates and using the computer. The Lab Testing Technician walks on uneven concrete and tile surfaces. The Lab Testing Technician lifts up to 25 pounds on an infrequent basis.\nPushing/Pulling/Bending/Stooping: The Laboratory Technician pushes/pulls small items on the work counters. The Lab Testing Technician pushes/pulls a dolly when transporting supplies from the warehouse to the lab. The Lab Testing Technician may bend down to take something out of the lower cabinets or drawers.\nSquatting/Kneeling/Twisting/Turning: The Laboratory Technician may have to squat or kneel to pick up something from the floor onto the work counter, or to take something out of the lower cabinets or drawers. While standing or sitting at their workstation the Lab Testing Technician may have to twist or turn to get something from the counter behind them.\nClimbing/Balancing/Reaching: The Laboratory Technician may climb a small ladder or footstool to reach items above or may climb stairs and ladders in the facility. The Lab Testing Technician may reach overhead to pull supplies in storage room down from the top shelves or to take syringe samples in receiving or processing.\nGrasping/Manipulating: The Laboratory Technician has various tasks where grasping and manipulating is required.\nFood Safety Requirements: \nNotify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.\nUnderstand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.\nPerform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.\nAbility to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.\nIdentify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.\nControl further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.\nIn the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.\nHow fairlife Nourishes You: \nAt fairlife, we believe in better - and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work. \nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!\nSupplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)\nPaid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance\nPaid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)\nParental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support\n401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match\nWellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support\nCompany-paid life insurance and short-term disability\nEmployer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)\nTuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)\nLearning & development programs to unlock your full potential\nRewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups\nfairlife’s nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are - supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.\nPosition Location: Dexter, NM\nReports To: Quality Assurance Manager\nTravel Requirements: 0%\nExempt/Non-exempt: Non-exempt\nfairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.\nIn addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email .\nfairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.\nIn addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email .\n\nFor Recruitment Agencies\nAt fairlife, we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team, which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.\nAs our recruitment is primarily handled in-house, we work only occasionally with external agencies, and only those on our existing, pre-approved vendor list. At this time, we are not reviewing or expanding that list.\nUnsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. 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