Lab Operations Technician

Job Title: Lab Operations Technician Location: Golden Valley, MN Hours/Schedule: Monday - Friday; 6AM - 2PM Type: Contract Overview The Lab Operations Technician role will serve the Pet platform, and other various platforms, specifically in the raw and cooked meat rooms (air-conditioned), and will perform setup, operations, and disassembly related to the Pet platform. Responsibilities Safely operates equipment, understands food safety requirements, and ability to perform risk assessments Basic analytical tests; basic troubleshooting; skill building on basic unit operations Agile, ability to flex across teams within a platform as work needs shift Equipment sanitation & basic equipment set up activities Basic technical skills: product, process and/or packaging Ability to consistently & repeatedly lift, manipulate & transport ingredients or equipment, up to 55 lbs. This position is considered a flex position in that the employee would provide support to not just the Pet platform but can learn various operations for different business to build breadth of capabilities for future development. Mixing and grinding equipment Setup will entail following COHE procedure and using hand tools and instructions to assemble the equipment Analytical tests include operator quality checks, moisture content tests using NIR, temperature readings using a thermometer Requirements High School Degree Required 3-5 years of directly relatable experience and / or 2-Year Degree Preferred Steel Toe Boots/Shoes required Ability to lift, manipulate, transport up to 55 lbs. Basic computer/technology skills (Office Suite, other computer programs) Strong communication skills with peers and with customers Basic understanding of food safety and human safety Ability to work in hot/warm/cool conditions within the plant Ability to consistently & repeatedly lift, manipulate & transport ingredients or equipment, up to 55 lbs. This position involves potential exposure to common allergens including but not limited to milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Benefits System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan. Ref: 550-Joule Headquarters Ref: 558-Scientific

Location: Medicine Lake, MN, US

Posted Date: 5/10/2025