Quality Technician - Land O'Lakes : Job Details

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Quality Technician - R-32276 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Quality Technician The QA Technician will be responsible to liaise with Operations to ensure a safe wholesome finished product, which meets our customer\'s specifications. This is accomplished by conforming to all standards within the LOL Quality Management Systems. The individual will assist with EQMS orientation and training of new employees. Monitor activities to ensure compliance to all standards of EQMS. Work with QA Manager, Lab Manager, and Staff to foster and develop programs to assist all employees in the completion of their duties, especially regarding Quality. Works Plant wide to ensure that product integrity, from a microbiological and analytical standpoint, is protected. REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE: * Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day * Extremely attentive to detail * Ability to work alone as well as with a team * Utilize laboratory supplies/items relating to plant sanitation/safety * Proficient communication / interpersonal skills with the ability to teach, coach, and deliver results. * Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision * Proficient on a computer and in windows based PC programs * Understanding of the company\'s different product lines and how we evaluate product quality. * Ability to understand technical activity, gather information, analyze the information & then report the results to management. * Analyze & take proper corrective action when necessary to improve the overall performance of the critical test equipment * Ability to install, maintain, modify, troubleshoot, repair & operate all critical test equipment. * Ability to lift 50lbs. * Need good time management skills to balance everyday workload with additional assignments/projects. HOURS: 1st Shift (5am - 1pm) Land O\'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy. Neither Land O\'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED EDUCATION: * High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: * 6 months plus food manufacturing setting PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * Quality experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in a Dairy or related food plant manufacturing operations * Associates Degree in Science related field * 1 plus years\' experience of progressive quality assurance or lab experience in food, or related operations ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided!