Micro Lab Technician – NIGHTS

Leprino’s history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that daring vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

The Greeley Teamis seeking aQuality Micro Lab Technicianto help us achieve our goals.

We AskOfYou To:

• Test final product (Cheese, WPC,Lactoseand NFDM) frompreviousproduction date based on the requirements of specific product code for bacteriological testing. Testing in-process and swab sampling for bacteriological testing.Enable plant environmental swab program.

• Adviseappropriate managementpersonnel about specification conditions, recommending corrective measures.

• Exhibit excellentdecision makingskills in product grading

• Utilize the FLEX and SAP to inputdatafrom testing procedures

• Represent the Quality Execution Department during corporate, regional, or customer visits.

• The Micro Quality Lab Technician must be able to understand the requirements of the position and successfullydemonstrateproficiencyin the jobspecificPSOP Job Certification.

We Offer YouInReturn:

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role is currently $29.22per hour. There is also a night shift differential of anadditional$1.25/hrfor those whowork onevening shifts.

• A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why weshare inour success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who arein it forthe long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuitionassistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as youseekto further our company, our customers, and oneanother.

You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):

• Mustbe 18 years of age

• Must be able to read, write and speak the English languagein order tounderstand/adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), to communicate effectively with others, to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form, and to troubleshoot systems utilizing the English language.

• Must have the ability to perform essential job functions

• Mustwear required personal protective equipment

• Mustcomply withall applicable safety practices

• Maintain a clean work area

• Complete written reports

• Perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations

• Enter data into and pull data from computer systems

• Mustpossessconsiderable problem-solving ability in dealing with equipment or troubleshooting when supervision is not readily available for consultation

• Musthave an understanding ofbasic chemistry or biology, and basic lab equipment and testingthroughonthe jobexperience, or through high school or college coursework.

• experience with computers and programs

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• 2 years of work experience in a similartypeposition, experience in instrumentation operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment, and experience with aseptic technique and sample pulling is preferred.

• Advanced level science knowledge (e.g.chemistry, biology, microbiology); and lab work experience (e.g.computer-assisted analytical equipment, microbiological testing) is also preferred.

Work Environment Description:

• The Micro Quality Lab Technician must be able to lift moderate weights repeatedly throughout the shift. The position holderis also required tostand/walk, climb steps or ladders, lift equipment parts throughout theshiftand must have the ability to work in hot, humid, and cold areas. The Micro QE Lab Technician must be able to work overtime and holidays whenrequired. The operator must be able to read/write and perform basic arithmeticin order tounderstand the S.O.P.’s, Good Manufacturing Practices, and safe work practices. The Micro Quality Lab Technician performs all the assigned housekeeping and inspection program duties.

“The culture of Leprino Foods is built by a family of passionate employees who believe in what they do, who understand the value of teamwork and understand that no one person is greater than the other.”-Andy, Greeley, Colorado Plant Manager