For our future state-of-the art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Wastewater Lab Tech. We take pride in our vision to be the "world's best," it's why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

Leprino Foods broke ground on the $1 Billion facility in the summer of 2022. The plant will be operation in 2024 with Phase 1 and will become fully operational by 2026 with Phase 2. You will play a crucial role in creating a healthy work environment for our employees, thereby fostering positive working relationships and teamwork.

Job Duties Include:

• Collects samples in a timely fashion and reports problems with sampling equipment
• Completes timely and accurate laboratory testing on multiple waste streams
• Tests for Ph, COD, Conductivity, Alkalinity, DO, Phosphorus, Nitrates, Ammonia, TSS, TDS, TKN, and other tests requested by the Plant, Corporate or the State
• Maintains inventory of lab chemicals and equipment.
• Reports on and analyzes component loading trends and statistics for the facility and beaks out by area (Cheese, Nutrition, Cheese Processing)
• Performs microscopy and captures/analyses data for pretreatment process control
• Maintain Laboratory environment and equipment in adherence with good laboratory practices.
• Maintains data management system.
• Enters daily data sets
• Generates daily and weekly reports
• Prepares and submits compliance paperwork
• Reports on and analyzes utility usages and presents to management

You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications & Experience):

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and write in English.

We Hope You Have (Preferred Qualifications & Experience):

• Two years Laboratory and Production process experience is preferred.
• Dairy/Cheese manufacturing experience and/or wastewater laboratory experience
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science or related field or similar work experience in related industry
• In-depth working knowledge of scientific methods, computers, and laboratory equipment
• Strong analytical detail orientation and written communication skills are needed in developing reports
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong planning/time management skills and balancing of resources
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Leprino Foods embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Offering you in return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino Foods' history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world's largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that bold vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?