Plant Lab Technician - 2nd Shift
Grande Custom Ingredients Group, Chilton, WI, United States
Hours & Shift
This position will initially work first shift, consisting of four 10‑hour shifts, Monday–Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Beginning in Summer 2026, the schedule is expected to transition to the permanent hours of second‑shift, with the same four 10‑hour schedule, Monday–Thursday from 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Please note that this plan may evolve as we continue to grow and adapt the Chilton start‑up location.
Pay Range & Growth Opportunity
Pay Starting at $23.80 per hour. $3.00 per hour Night Shift Premium (6:00 PM–6:00 AM).
Grande operates under a High‑Performance Work Team (HPWT) model; an associate‑led approach focused on continuous growth, collaboration, and operational excellence. Through our Skill Block system, associates are placed and progress based on their demonstrated knowledge and abilities, with clear pathways for advancement offering opportunity to grow your skills and responsibilities as you develop within the team.
Job Summary
Plant Lab Technicians perform laboratory tests on various products including dairy and environmental samples. The role involves providing accurate test results using predetermined, approved methods of analysis and ensuring that results are communicated to our internal customers in a timely and efficient manner.
The Technician participates in various internal and external quality programs, such as SQF and internal auditing, with activities such as data analysis, environmental monitoring, calibration, lab inventory, SOP development, RCA/CAPA investigations, and documentation reviews.
Key Responsibilities
Perform laboratory tests on dairy and environmental samples.
Provide accurate test results using approved analytical methods.
Communicate results to internal customers efficiently.
Participate in internal and external quality programs: SQF, internal auditing.
Engage in data analysis, environmental monitoring, calibration, and lab inventory.
Contribute to SOP development and RCA/CAPA investigations.
Review documentation and maintain compliance.
Benefits
Low‑cost onsite clinics.
Free onsite fitness center.
Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
Health and wellness reimbursement program.
Associate cheese purchasing program.
Two‑year mentorship program.
Paid parental leave.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required.
Associate degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline preferred.
One (1) or more years of prior lab experience, with demonstrated knowledge of proper laboratory techniques.
Good analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
Strong computer skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) preferred.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities within a start‑up environment.
Self‑organization skills.
Ability to read and use equipment manuals.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing between 20–50 lbs, as well as frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration. The work environment may involve exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery.
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This position will initially work first shift, consisting of four 10‑hour shifts, Monday–Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Beginning in Summer 2026, the schedule is expected to transition to the permanent hours of second‑shift, with the same four 10‑hour schedule, Monday–Thursday from 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Please note that this plan may evolve as we continue to grow and adapt the Chilton start‑up location.
Pay Range & Growth Opportunity
Pay Starting at $23.80 per hour. $3.00 per hour Night Shift Premium (6:00 PM–6:00 AM).
Grande operates under a High‑Performance Work Team (HPWT) model; an associate‑led approach focused on continuous growth, collaboration, and operational excellence. Through our Skill Block system, associates are placed and progress based on their demonstrated knowledge and abilities, with clear pathways for advancement offering opportunity to grow your skills and responsibilities as you develop within the team.
Job Summary
Plant Lab Technicians perform laboratory tests on various products including dairy and environmental samples. The role involves providing accurate test results using predetermined, approved methods of analysis and ensuring that results are communicated to our internal customers in a timely and efficient manner.
The Technician participates in various internal and external quality programs, such as SQF and internal auditing, with activities such as data analysis, environmental monitoring, calibration, lab inventory, SOP development, RCA/CAPA investigations, and documentation reviews.
Key Responsibilities
Perform laboratory tests on dairy and environmental samples.
Provide accurate test results using approved analytical methods.
Communicate results to internal customers efficiently.
Participate in internal and external quality programs: SQF, internal auditing.
Engage in data analysis, environmental monitoring, calibration, and lab inventory.
Contribute to SOP development and RCA/CAPA investigations.
Review documentation and maintain compliance.
Benefits
Low‑cost onsite clinics.
Free onsite fitness center.
Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
Health and wellness reimbursement program.
Associate cheese purchasing program.
Two‑year mentorship program.
Paid parental leave.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required.
Associate degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline preferred.
One (1) or more years of prior lab experience, with demonstrated knowledge of proper laboratory techniques.
Good analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
Strong computer skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) preferred.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities within a start‑up environment.
Self‑organization skills.
Ability to read and use equipment manuals.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing between 20–50 lbs, as well as frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration. The work environment may involve exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery.
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