Resource Operator Laboratory at Agropur

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What Agropur invests in YOU:

• Two pay increases within first year of employment!
• Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 7% company match
  • Paid Time Off (available on day 1)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Bonus Program
  • Uniform Program
  • Shoe Allowance
  • Support and resources to meet everyday challenges
  • Wellness resources to help you stay fit and well
• Internal Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs
• Opportunities to support our local communities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about:

We are looking for a Resource Operator Laboratory in Jerome, ID.  The Resource Operator Laboratory is responsible for supporting production by analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods; performing microbiological and/or physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products.  Daily tasks include the receipt of samples, determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications, testing samples, determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications, testing samples, observing for abnormal reactions, documenting, reviewing, and reporting of results, and cleaning and stocking the work area.  The Resource Operator Laboratory is also responsible for maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment as well as performing routine quality control checks.  This position will fill in for vacation and break relief, shift vacancies and training other operators, or filling in for cross training.

• Starting pay $24.22
• $1.50 shift premium for night shift
• Double-time on Sunday’s
• Perform chemistry, physical, and/or microbiology sample preparation and testing.
• Responsible for equipment operation, calibration, cleaning and maintenance.
• Interpret, analyze and report laboratory data.
• Accurately enter all required data into log books, spreadsheets and the reporting system as appropriate and if applicable.

What you need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food production industry or in a related quality or laboratory field required.
• Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food production industry or in a related quality or laboratory field required.

Where you’ll be working:

Our Jerome, ID, plant is home to approximately 400 employees and processes approximately 7 million pounds of milk per day. This facility produces various types of cheeses, such as; mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, muenster, parmesan, romano, Monterey jack, gouda, and asiago. They also run various whey streams, such as; deproteinized whey, sweet dairy whey, GMP, permeate, instantized, and our top-rated BiPro products.

• Agropur’s US operations produce approximately 1 billion pounds of quality, award winning cheese each year.  The US operations produce more than 20 different cheese varieties along with whey protein and dry ingredients.
• As North America’s largest whey protein producer and a quality-focused contract manufacturer, Agropur Ingredients partners with some of the world’s most prominent brands on ingredients that go into the food, beverage and nutritional industries. Agropur provides future-forward solutions for cost performance, texture improvement, shelf-life stability and nutrition enhancement. 

AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.