Lab Technician

Lamb Weston • Twin Falls, ID

8d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for collecting data on quality attributes of product through performing a series of evaluations. This role is responsible for accurately grading product and filing into the Q.A. Systems in an organized manner, communicating any deviations to Team Leaders and operator work group. It must be able to work easily with all supervisors, operators, sanitation workers and other Process Quality Technicians. In this position you will ensure that the world is eating food safe and high-quality potato products.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral.
• Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Sanitation certification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collects, delivers, and tests samples in accordance with plant procedures.
• Grades product in accordance with our customer specifications and plant procedures.
• Collects, reviews, and files accurate Quality Assurance Data.
• Identifies trends of quality attributes and communicates to operator and floor supervisory group.
• Audits production and packaging processes.
• Trains back-ups and new team members.
• Maintains a neat and clean work area at all times and exhibits good personal hygiene.
• Accomplishes other related work as required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED