Lab Technician

Job description

We are looking for a Lab Technician to work at a food production facility in New Orleans. This is a full-time long-term opportunity offering overtime and room for growth.

Shifts:

• 6:00AM to 2:30PM
• 2:00PM to 10:30PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the processing of incoming samples for analytical testing in compliance with all applicable standard operating procedures and quality systems and care and maintenance of equipment associated with this testing.
• Ability to learn new analytical laboratory techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Performs daily evaluation checks on assigned production lines or work areas.
• Conducts lab analysis of items produced.
• Inspects incoming shipments of packaging materials, raw materials, and truck trailers for package integrity, infestation, appearance, and odors.
• Maintain accurate required documentation.
• Perform inspection and disposition of customer returns.
• Perform daily housekeeping duties in the work area and occasional housekeeping duties in the plant or warehouse areas, including sweeping, vacuuming, and collecting trash.
• Safely operate equipment and ensure the equipment is in good working order by checking and reporting equipment problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
• Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.

Experience Required:

• Previous lab experience and HACCP certification are highly preferred but not required.
• Food industry experience preferred, but will consider any lab experience and/or college students (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, food science)

Qualities Required:

• Detail-oriented and have the ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments
• Ability to work in a dusty environment with strong odors.

Skills Required:

• Proficient computer skills: working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)