lab quality technician.

• 3rd shift, Monday-Friday 10PM - 6AM
• Weekends, Friday-Sunday 6AM - 6PM

Details & Perks:

• Shift differential pay!
• Full benefits!
• 100% onsite in Waunakee, WI

Responsibilities:

• Daily sampling and testing of in-process and finished product, including, but not limited to: Alcohol by Volume, Apparent Extract, Bitterness, Can Seam Analysis, Carbonation, Color, Diacetyl by Gas Chromatography, Microbial Analysis by qPCR, Microbial Analysis by Spread Plate, Pour Plate, Membrane Filtration, etc., Oxygen Content, Package Integrity, pH, Sensory Analysis, Total Acidity, Yeast Counts and Viability
• Documenting test results, confirming that results meet specifications defined by client and legal requirements, and implementing product holds as necessary
• Working with production, liquid processing, and warehouse to ensure finished product meets all quality and food safety requirements
• Organizing, transcribing, trending, interpreting, and summarizing analytical data for historical reference, sharing with internal stakeholders, and uploading to client shared drives
• Communicating results with brewing, cellaring, batching, and packaging team members to ensure all departments are running smoothly
• Cleaning, calibrating and providing maintenance of various testing equipment
• Creating and editing new and existing standard operating procedures
• Working with the Quality Manager and other department heads to guarantee that client needs and expectations are met
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Including regular inventorying of consumables, reagents, media, and other materials
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent degree required
• Familiarity with common quality control and lab terminology
• Familiarity with lab procedures including, but not limited to, pipetting, titrating, pH measurement, and GC sample prep.
• Understanding and appreciation of aseptic technique.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including excellent verbal and written communication
• Time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with business related information
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Basic troubleshooting skills in a brewing/manufacturing setting
• Flexibility in working hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior quality assurance and/or laboratory experience, preferably in brewery or beverage production
• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Applied Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or a similar field

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs, as needed

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).

For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Spherion's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Spherion representative for more information.