fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk ; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™ , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

com . job purpose : Entry level position that provides key support for the Quality department including water testing, raw milk testing, raw and pasteurized load out testing, finished product testing, microbiological testing, chemical titrations, and work-in-process testing. Employee is responsible for generating daily reports, data entry and collection, project assistance, filing, assist in conduct of special studies, calibrations, data collection, and communicating with other departments.

Responsibilities

: Ability to operate lab testing instrumentation correctly and in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner. Testing includes but is not limited to moisture/solids, protein, fat and pH. Technician will be responsible for understanding Foss analytical equipment, pH meter and other laboratory instrumentation as needed.

Perform daily quality line sampling, evaluations and testing on plant floor as assigned. Preparation of all solutions and media required in the performance of laboratory tests. Required to perform sensory evaluations on all finished products.

Fill out and maintain accurate laboratory records and results in the laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Recognize and notify Quality Assurance Manager and appropriate operations supervisors of any unusual results or product defects. Perform the necessary re-checks as required.

Communication of results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner. Report immediately to supervisor or manager of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the plant equipment or lab instrumentation. Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GLP’s rules.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

: Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety. Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in production areas.

Requirements

Maintain required certifications are required by the PMO. Ensure verification of approved incoming raw milk producers. Maintain all results and reports in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality.

Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area at all times.

: 40-45 hours/sitting/standing/walking/lifting. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Assist can be provided.

/standards as prioritized by the company.

Qualifications

required: College degree is highly preferred, but not required. Minimum of (1) year experience in a laboratory setting is required. College level verbal and written communication skills.

Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Quality Technician (12 Hour Days- Rotating Weekends)