Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

HP Hood’s culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, 401k matches and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey’s Milk & Milkshakes and more.

Job Summary:

The Lab Technician is a member of the Quality Assurance team for the Suffield facility and is responsible for performing routine bacteriological and chemical testing of dairy products. Partners closely with other departments to provide and promote a food safety culture, as well as ensuring that regulatory standards are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all SOPs and detailed instructions
• Obtain samples for testing from tanks, vats and other vessels within manufacturing facility
• Testing of all raw and finished products
• Maintain lab MSS
• Operate and maintain lab equipment
• Utilize and become proficient in various lab computer applications and programs
• Observe and accurately record data and detailed records
• Obtain State lab certification
• Complete all work before shift completion
• Perform verification of auxiliary lab equipment such as weight checkers, vision systems and metal detectors as it pertains to Food Safety and Quality
• Conduct sensory and evaluation samples
• Assist in vacation relief coverage
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually by displaying a positive attitude
• Other duties as assigned

Safety Responsibilities:

• Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
• Participate in department safety initiatives;
• Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
• Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Lab Safety, LO/TO, PPE, ergonomics, etc.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or Science related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or laboratory environment in the food and beverage industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Teams

Physical Requirements:

· Standing: Long periods of time (minimum 6 hours)

· Sitting: Occasionally for short periods

· Walking: Occasionally for short periods

· Bending: Occasionally for short periods

· Twisting of spine: Occasionally for short periods

• Lifting: Light (< 30 lbs frequently)
• Carrying: Light (30-50 lbs) frequently, distance 100 feet
• Pushing/Pulling: < 75 lbs without assistance infrequently

Special Requirements:

• Able to work Holidays and weekends as needed by facility.
• Champion positive and safe work environment.
• Advocate for Food Safety and Quality Culture

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.52 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Suffield, CT 06078: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Outlook: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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