Lab Technician

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work as a Lab Technician, focusing on testing raw milk tanker samples. The role requires commitment from Sunday to Tuesday, 3am-3pm, and every other Wednesday. This is a contract-to-hire position based on performance. All testing is conducted in the Main Lab using specific lab equipment.

• Perform Animal Drug Residue testing (Appendix N certification required, which will be provided).
• Conduct Added water/Cryo testing to obtain the freezing point.
• Execute DMC testing by obtaining samples, staining slides, and analyzing results under a microscope for bacteria and other micro-organisms.
• Measure the percentage of titratable acidity in milk using sodium hydroxide to assess taste, shelf-life, and quality.
• Conduct flavor/odor tests by heating samples, cooling, and then tasting/smelling (without swallowing).
• Perform Butterfat and Total Solids testing using FOSS 120 equipment.
• Execute pH/Acidity and Spin testing using a centrifuge.
• Autoclave equipment and monitor silo/cooler temperatures.
• Perform titrations on chemicals used in/on plant equipment.
• Verify paperwork and conduct homogenization testing.
• Perform equipment start-up testing using ATP.
• Verify scale calibrations daily.
• Plate samples and read plates.
• Enter data into QA Studio.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of microbiology, pipetting, and laboratory procedures.
• Familiarity with GMPs, food manufacturing, and quality assurance practices.
• Proficient in using lab equipment such as Charm unit/incubator, Cryoscope, Microscope, and FOSS 120.

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related science is preferred but not necessary.
• Experience in dairy or other food manufacturing is advantageous.
• Open to candidates from the pharmaceutical industry.

The role is based in a beverage manufacturing facility, specifically focused on dairy products like milk, half & half, eggnog, and heavy whipping creams. The environment demands adherence to laboratory GMPs and SOPs, with a focus on documentation and quality assurance. Hands-on training is provided for learning equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Frederick, Maryland.