Lab Technician - Michigan Milk Producers Assoc : Job Details

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is looking for an experienced Laboratory Technician. As a Lab technician you will be responsible and accountable for the testing and production. You will ensure the safe, accurate and timely testing and production of products. About Us: The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) – established in 1916 – is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. As the 10th largest dairy cooperative in the U.S., MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. In addition to a cheese plant in Indiana called the Middlebury Cheese Company, and a dairy product plant in Ohio called Superior Dairy, MMPA operates two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Products made at MMPA's plants include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk. Why you'll love working here: Competitive salary Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits Disability insurance Paid time off Retirement including 401k with employer contributions Personal and professional growth opportunities Employee appreciation events and recognition awards Employee wellness initiatives Employees feedback and suggestion forums Schedule 10pm-8am (Mon-Wed and every other Sat & Sun) Job Responsibilities Have thorough knowledge of product flow. Ability to read and understand written procedures, manuals, or the methodology of testing. Have good organizational skills. Attention to detail. Perform all duties and assignments in a safe and efficient manner, as stipulated by management. Completion and maintenance of any and all required logs, records, etc. Pass state examinations for certification and comply with all standards. Perform all lab functions and testing now being performed and future tests, and other duties as and when assigned. Awareness of and compliance with all HACCP, USDA, FDA, SQF, MDA, GMP, and Food Safety Standards. Attend training both on and off site as required and train new operators as necessary. This does include the training of new employees for their initial qualification and refresher training. Applicant must be fully qualified in accordance with current contract requirements as a lab technician. Perform other duties, as assigned Education/Experience Must be able to work well with others. Operate dairy testing equipment. Perform chemistry and Microbiological testing. Must have good computer skills. Have completed all courses required in the lab apprentice program or equivalent college degree. Ability to work any shift, weekends, or holidays (our plants operate 24/7). Reliable and consistent attendance required. Follow good manufacturing practice regulations, which requires gloves, hairnets, shoe covers and uniforms in working areas. Personal cleanliness is necessary to prevent product contamination. Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food & Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance). Ability to constantly stand/walk and to frequently bend/flex/twist/squat/carry for an 8-hour shift. Repetitive movements and tasks. Ability to lift, move, slide, and situate 55 pounds routinely. Safety handle cleaning products and chemicals. Ability to read and understand standards operating procedures in a team environment. Prior experience in manufacturing or dairy is preferred. Join us in maintaining the highest standards in the dairy industry Apply now and become part of our dynamic MMPA team To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve. MMPA is an equal opportunity employer. We are not interested in unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. PI136caa83632b-25448-#######2