Darigold
Laboratory Technician – Vacation Relief
Darigold is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician‑Vacation Relief to be part of the Laboratory team in Seattle, WA. This hourly, union position is responsible for day‑to‑day laboratory functions and ensuring all quality and food safety related tasks are completed promptly.
Pay Hourly: $29.34 – $33.01
Shift Requirements Must be available for flexible shift schedules. Must be able to climb product tank ladders up to 40 ft and lift/push/pull 50 lbs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Learn all laboratory jobs and maintain all lab equipment.
Maintain documentation and records of all testing in compliance with Pasteurized Milk Ordinance requirements.
Calibrate laboratory equipment, conduct validation testing, and maintain calibration documentation.
Provide timely and accurate testing of products.
Ensure proper laboratory procedures are followed as outlined by Darigold’s Corporate Quality Department and Rainier Laboratory Department.
Maintain environmental swabbing program, track and report results.
Ensure products’ analytical, microbiological, and organoleptic properties comply with product and regulatory specifications, including tasting products on their expiry date to ensure product quality.
Communicate test results to QA supervisor/manager and other management as needed.
Obtain finished product and raw line samples for micro and analytic testing; prepare samples ensuring sterility and avoiding contamination.
Perform extra tests when needed, thinking critically and troubleshooting.
Perform environmental monitoring duties around the facility as required by program standards.
Assist with third‑party audit review and response, validating methodology, regulatory compliance, trouble‑shooting, special projects, and general cleanliness and sanitation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform analytical and micro tests producing results that agree with a standard and/or duplicate testing by a recognized laboratory.
Basic understanding of microbiology and familiarity with plating methods.
Flexible and willing to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Education, Experience, and Certifications
BA or BS preferred in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry.
Lab experience.
1–2 years of experience in the food industry preferred.
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Pay Hourly: $29.34 – $33.01
Shift Requirements Must be available for flexible shift schedules. Must be able to climb product tank ladders up to 40 ft and lift/push/pull 50 lbs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Learn all laboratory jobs and maintain all lab equipment.
Maintain documentation and records of all testing in compliance with Pasteurized Milk Ordinance requirements.
Calibrate laboratory equipment, conduct validation testing, and maintain calibration documentation.
Provide timely and accurate testing of products.
Ensure proper laboratory procedures are followed as outlined by Darigold’s Corporate Quality Department and Rainier Laboratory Department.
Maintain environmental swabbing program, track and report results.
Ensure products’ analytical, microbiological, and organoleptic properties comply with product and regulatory specifications, including tasting products on their expiry date to ensure product quality.
Communicate test results to QA supervisor/manager and other management as needed.
Obtain finished product and raw line samples for micro and analytic testing; prepare samples ensuring sterility and avoiding contamination.
Perform extra tests when needed, thinking critically and troubleshooting.
Perform environmental monitoring duties around the facility as required by program standards.
Assist with third‑party audit review and response, validating methodology, regulatory compliance, trouble‑shooting, special projects, and general cleanliness and sanitation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform analytical and micro tests producing results that agree with a standard and/or duplicate testing by a recognized laboratory.
Basic understanding of microbiology and familiarity with plating methods.
Flexible and willing to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Education, Experience, and Certifications
BA or BS preferred in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry.
Lab experience.
1–2 years of experience in the food industry preferred.
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