Leprino Foods
Position Title: Lab Technician III, Chemistry
Shift Type: Full Time
Location: Denver, CO, US, 80211
Posted Date: May 10, 2024
Requisition ID: 29762
Job Functions: Quality & Food Safety
Description: Within our Chemistry lab team located in Denver Leprino is
seeking a Lab Technician III, Chemistry to move our organization to even
larger level of dairy ingredient and nutrition growth! We take pride in our
vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest
more, and continually innovate.
At Leprino Foods, starting hourly compensation for this role typically
ranges between $22.94 and $25.80. This position has an annual target bonus
of 3.5%.
- Assists senior staff members with performing chemistry testing accurately,
safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner. -
- Maintains detailed and accurate records of all test results, comments,
deviations and control information.
- Follows all safety precautions associated with laboratory procedures and
maintains a safe working environment by following Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP).
- Supports chemistry testing as needed through sample and supply receiving,
housekeeping/cleaning, proficiency testing and project support.
- Performs sample preparation duties, such as preparing standard solutions
and reagents for use in chemical testing.
- Enters sample and test data into computer databases to ensure products are
meeting published customer service standards.
- Cleans lab equipment and glassware.
- Disposes of test tubes and fills distilled water jugs.
- Maintains appropriate lab inventory, ordering and receiving supplies for
the lab.
- Prepares, labels, weighs-out samples aseptically organized (by
plant) Collabs.
- Performs basic housekeeping duties in the lab.
- Performs routine maintenance of chemistry lab equipment.
- Be humble, inquisitive, patient, collaborative, innovative,
results-oriented, and resilient - the DNA of a Leprino employee.
You Have At Least (Required Qualifications): -
* A High School Diploma.
We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
* A Bachelor s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Food Science or
relevant discipline
* Experience in a chemistry or food safety lab.
Leprino Foods celebrates and supports diversity. We believe in equal
opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital
status, veteran status, or disability. We know we are better together and
are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture that leverages
the unique talents, experiences, background, and perspectives of each individua
Offering You In Return: -
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 we share in our success together by
rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the
long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life,
medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee
assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance,
vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual
merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your
impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our cu
Our Story:
Leprino Foods history dates back over 70 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 world s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and
lactose, 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 Ingredien Company. To help us achieve that bold vision, we re
looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the
best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early
1950s have now grown to almost 5,000 employees throughout 16 global
locations. Will you join us on our journey?
Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our
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Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal
Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.
Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an
EEO/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
Nearest Major Market: Denver