Lab Technician

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands—Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, and Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few—there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Hours: 3:45am - 2:30pm Mon - Thurs

Primary Purpose: To perform necessary functions in order ensure the following are executed:

Accountabilities:

· Maintain the LCOP (Listeria Control Program) by performing weekly Listeria swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling

· Maintain the Pre-Operational environmental swabbing and testing program by performing weekly swabbing of the areas that are selected for sampling

· Maintain the environmental air monitoring program by performing weekly swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling.

· Maintain the process water monitor program

· Implement Micro Corrective Action when results of LCOP, Pre-Operational, and operational environment swabbing have exceeded limits.

· Complete testing on all finished product that has been produced during scheduled operating hours.

· Maintain the QPT (Quarterly USDA Pathogen Testing Program) by sending out finished product samples to contract outside laboratory.

· Complete validation, calibration, temperature monitoring, and cleaning of all Micro Lab equipment.

· Maintain COA (Certificate of Acceptance), COC (Certificates of Compliance), and COG (Certificates of Guarantee) under the Micro Lab’s document control program.

· Document all test results by recording results into the company shared document files.

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment

· Manage the Micro Lab inventory and report when supplies are needed.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.

· Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment.

· Must be able to repeatedly lift, push/pull over 25 lbs.

· Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, reach, and grasp routinely throughout shift.

This job description should be used as a guideline only and is not meant to be all-inclusive.

Refer to JASA:

· Microbiologist, Office Personal

Additional information

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

Skills Required:

· Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

 Must be able to complete training course and acquire HAACP certification within 6 months of hire/transfer.

· Must be able to effectively implement solutions to quality issues.

· Must have a firm knowledge of quality assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory compliance standards, and documentation procedures.

· Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

· Must adhere to all company policies and regulatory guidelines.

· Must be able to accept direction from Supervisors and Managers.

· Must be able to interact with others in a respectful manner.

· Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment.

· Must demonstrate a math aptitude.

· Must be able to read and write in the English Language.

The salary range for this role is is  $22.50 - $26.00 (Hourly).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:

Jack Link’s is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.