Laboratory Technician

Glanbia•Twin Falls, ID

About The Position

At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories — bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world. Job Summary Will have a fundamental understanding of lab science concepts to conduct initial laboratory testing and analysis of food products. In addition this individual ensures the working area is equipped, sanitized, and fully operational.

Requirements

Must possess any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and 3 years of experience in a food testing laboratory, associate’s degree with focus on lab science, or 5 years of laboratory testing experience
The candidate must be energetic and possess good report writing, analytical and communication skills
The candidate must have experience with basic testing of foods, supplements or nutritional products
The candidate should have experience using Microsoft Office software including Word and Excel
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
Ability to read and write instructions in English
Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required

Responsibilities

Laboratory testing and analysis of dairy powders, foods and supplements for moisture, fat, protein, ash, lactose with ability to be trained for more advanced analytical testing by immunoassay, HPLC, AA, mass spectroscopy etc
Prepare experimental reports and document results. Provide input, observations, and recommendations for improved testing, efficiency of testing and function of the analytical laboratory
Maintain operations of the analytical lab including keeping lab area and equipment clean and operational according to cleaning and operational instructions
Follow analytical procedures with exactness, timeliness, and accuracy
Maintain inventory of needed supplies and ingredients and procure same as required
Prepare periodic reports about results of laboratory tests
Work courteously and tactfully with R&D team, laboratory clients, the public and other employees
Work independently with little or no supervision once training is completed, complete work assignments on time and adjust priorities as required
Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Perform other duties as assigned
Regular and timely attendance required