Lab Technician - 3rd Shift at Kemps in Farmington, MN

JOB SUMMARY

Kemps has an immediate job opening for a quality assurance technician to perform microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items, while adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements. The person in this position would need to maintain all applicable standard operating procedures, while utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

OUR TECHNICIANS FOR THIS POSITION MAKE:

• $34.02/hour

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 10:00PM - 6:00AM

BENEFITS:

• Union pension plan and 401(k)
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

Requirements:

• Qualified candidates will have a two-year Associates degree in a scientific discipline, such as biology, Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Food Science, or Dairy Science.
• In Lieu of a degree, two years of continuous work experience in a lab setting; preferably in the food industry.

• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Basic math skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to flavor milk-based, sugar-based and caffeine-based products
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally including overhead
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be able to work in a wet environment
• May occasionally be exposed to chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: 34.02