Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

· Test all pasteurized milk for proper pasteurization and homogenization.

· Perform temperature checks on all pasteurized and raw milk storage tanks.

· Test empty product containers for microbial contamination.

· Aseptically plate in-process and packaged samples for microbial contamination.

· Perform finished product testing on daily start-up and changeovers (test chemical and physical properties of the product as well as organoleptic testing).

· Monitor in-process culture tanks and sample at designated intervals to check temperature and pH levels.

· Monitor temperature recording charts.

· Organize and rotate all lab samples on a daily basis.

· Assist with daily cleaning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment.

· Perform daily cleaning tasks in the laboratory.

· Prepare all necessary lab reagents needed throughout the shift.

· Clean and autoclave all glassware and reusable testing equipment.

· Collect chemical samples from the production floor to test for proper concentration.

· Report any process deviations or product deficiencies to the Quality Assurance Supervisor.

· Autoclave necessary laboratory and plant equipment.

· Perform instrument calibrations.

· Assist with our internal auditing program.

· Enter the production floor to pull random samples from filler lines periodically throughout the shift.

· End of code testing (taste test products that are stress tested).

Hard SkillsLab TechnicianQuality ControlQuality Assurance

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa.

Work Environment

Hours: Friday - Monday 6am-4pm.

Training for the first 2-3 weeks will be on weekdays (Monday - Friday mostly on 1st shift, some on 2nd to train on all aspects).

Working in a lab within a dairy manufacturing facility. They make milk, yogurt, cheeses- all dairy-related products. Need to be able to touch, eat, smell dairy products.

Will need to go out to the production floor that can be warm, loud and the floor can be slippery.

Small team environment-will be working mainly on an independent basis. Will report to Amber Mitchell. The team has 4 Lab Techs and is overseen by the person who was recently promoted to the R&D Director.

Dress Code: Need to wear khakis or navy work pants (not jeans), a plain polo or t-shirt and safety-toed shoes (NOT the same as closed-toes- need to get steel-toed shoes). Will be fitted for a uniform by Aramark.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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