Lab Technician

Come join the Tillamook Team where our philosophy is “Dairy Done Right.” As an independent farmer-owned cooperative, we have been guided by good, honest values since 1909. We believe in putting quality over profit, natural over artificial, and that hard work can never be outsmarted. We’re taking a stand for real food, because everyone deserves better.

We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce. At Tillamook, we believe that inclusion and diversity are central to our cultural strategy. In order to achieve our growth ambition and compete and win in the marketplace, we believe we make better decisions and build stronger teams when we invite and rely on diverse perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures into our work and to fuel our innovation and growth. To us this means creating a climate of inclusion where all employees feel valued and a sense of belonging. We believe this will make us a better consumer brand and employer.

About you:

What does real food mean to you? Is your favorite dish a cheesy casserole? Perhaps a decadent and indulgent ice cream? Either way, your identification with food is important to us. People who fit well here at Tillamook have a commitment to quality in everything they do. Our team members understand our vision, contribute to our mission, thrive on innovative thinking, hard work and good, honest values.

About us:

Our team members understand our vision, contribute to our mission, thrive on innovative thinking, hard work and good, honest values. We live by these shared values: We are Good Stewards, We believe in Uncompromising Quality, We work as One Team, We Play to Win, and We Genuinely Care for each other.

What you will do:

The Lab Technician performs microbial and chemical analysis of cheese, milk, whey, butter, sour cream, yogurt, and ice cream; other testing to include milk components, sensory evaluation, antibiotics, added water, sediments and drinking water. Performs data entry of information into NAV and occasional correspondence via email.

Here’s a day in the life:

• May perform the following testing using wet chemistry or rapid analysis equipment depending upon the daily schedule: Microbial and chemical analysis of cheese, milk, whey, butter, sour cream, yogurt, or ice cream
• Other testing may include: sensory evaluation, antibiotics, added water, or sediment
• Assists with descriptive sensory analysis, statistical analysis and writes technical briefs
• Enters information into specialized database i.e. MS Navision (NAV) as needed
• Performs all other duties as assigned as needed
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must be a team player and be able to interact with staff at all levels of the company.
• Must be computer literate with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. SharePoint is a plus.
• Experience with specialized database i.e. ERP systems such as NAV or Navision is preferred.
• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and be flexible in working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be able to prioritize work. Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 – 3 years related manufacturing experience/training preferred.
• Weekend and off-shift work is required.
• Duties may include repetitive motion of hands and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to obtain Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack certifications are required.
• Man Lift certification and Pasteurization license is preferred.

Physical requirements:

• Sitting
• Standing and/or walking
• Lifting 60 lbs.
• Vision for machine or computer operations
• Hearing
• Ability to climb stairs

Working Conditions:

Production: Space can be crowded with manufacturing equipment. Must remain aware of other forklift traffic. Noisy; some areas can be dusty. May encounter extremes in temperature. Requires standing entire shift, walking on uneven, slippery surfaces, stooping, bending and crouching and climbing ladders and stairs. Requires operation of forklift or other power equipment. Duties may include repetitive motion and lifting up to 60 pounds. Standing 70%, Walking 10%, Lifting 15%, and Climbing 5%.

Industry leading benefit and reward programs:

We offer outstanding benefits to our employees. For more information, please visit the careers page: www.tillamook.com/careers.

We are committed to creating a diverse culture and inclusive conditions where all employees are heard, valued and feel a sense of belonging. We rely on different perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures to inform our work, to help us be better as a brand and as an employer and to fuel our success. We are seeking talent from a wide range of diversity, perspectives, and backgrounds to join our exceptional organization and help us build our future.

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) is a Drug-Free Workplace. EEO/AA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.33 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24