Quality Operations Technician

Company: Land O'Lakes
Location: Carlisle
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Quality Operations Technician Hourly Wage: $31.96 per hour ($2.00 hour nightshift differential) Hours: 5:00PM-5:00AM; CREW 3; 2-2-3 Schedule (every other weekend off) This position supports plant operations and contributes to both Quality and Sanitation functional responsibilities. The technician is expected to thrive in a team environment, demonstrate self-motivation, and escalate concerns appropriately. The role requires executing against multiple demands, balancing priorities, and processing workload efficiently while remaining flexible to support others. This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there’s power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people’s lives. We are seeking a team player with strong time management skills, the confidence to speak up and advocate for both Quality and Sanitation standards, and the integrity to hold peers accountable. The technician must follow all GMPs, conduct audits, and maintain a sharp attention to detail. The ability to problem-solve and actively participate in root cause investigations is essential. Job Details: - Conduct Sanitary Micro sampling according to SOP- Follow schedule and collect samples from various locations throughout the plant. - Assist in obtaining samples upon request to support investigations or audits. - Perform routine GMP inspections across the facility and communicate findings to cross-functional team (includes entire facility). - Inspect equipment cleanliness and verify readiness for production for pre-operational checks, and invasive red tag work (entire facility). - Verify CIP (clean in place) functions and practices. Perform post CIP inspections and micro swabbing to ensure sanitation effectiveness. - Follow up with action registers call outs, ensuring timely resolution and documentation. - Provide routine support to Operations and Maintenance teams, promoting alignment of quality and sanitation standards. - Support Trial runs and product changes, including set up, documentation, and coordination with cross- functional teams. - Adhere to all LOL EQMS system requirements, maintaining compliance with internal and external standards. - Support customer and 3rd party inspections, including documentation, walkthroughs, and corrective actions. - Collaborate on team investigations, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective action planning. - Monitor critical control points, Verify and sign-off on completion of quality and sanitation records, ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Train and work with employees performing sanitation and cleaning duties, reinforcing best practices and compliance. - Support employee Quality and Sanitation training to plant personnel. - Serve as a War on Water champion, promoting water conservation and responsible usage practices. - Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: - 18 years old or older - Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment - Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision - Maintains a safety mindset - Must be able to work in a collaborative team - Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule - Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: - An Associates Degree (or equivalent) or comparable experience in the Dairy manufacturing, sanitation, quality or operations roles 3 to 5 years Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include: - Ability to lift/carry 50 lb - Confined space entry (silos, dryers, evaporators) - Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements - Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment - Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present - Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime - Candidate will likely spend 75% of the shift on their feet performing test and inspections. About Land O'Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices. Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.

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