Sr. Analytical System Specialist

Job Title: Sr. Analytical System Specialist

Company: Milk Specialties Global

Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Description: At Milk Specialties Global, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. The human nutrition division focuses on industry leading whey and milk protein isolates, concentrates, and hydrolysates. The animal nutrition division is a leading supplier of functional fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.

Milk Specialties Global has an exciting opportunity available for a Sr. Analytical System Specialist in Eden Prairie, MN.

The Sr. Analytical System Specialist has responsibility for performing the defined duties necessary to implement, configure and support LIMS and other analytical process to the highest quality, and to ensure that such services are provided in a timely, safe, legal, and ethical manner. Responsible for all aspects of LIMS including facility installation/configuration, static data configuration, report development and supporting activities.

Our Sr. Analytical System Specialist Will:

• LIMS Administrator
• Train closely with LIMS vendor to gain a strong proficiency in LIMS configuration
• Play a critical role in each site's LIMS implementation
• Responsible for implementing “LIMS link” to connect to other laboratory equipment.
• Manage and support the LIMS system post-implementation (troubleshooting, maintenance, software upgrades, and system improvements) in conjunction with IT.
• Analytical Troubleshoot and train others on lab equipment operation and troubleshooting, including LECO proficiency.
• Support test method development and validation. Optimize current and new laboratory test equipment and methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop corporate lab testing policies.
• Manage MSG internal split sample program.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with outside 3rd party laboratory vendors.

Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a Quality Lab testing related role.
• Experience with LECO and NIR (Near Infrared Technology) required.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Very detail oriented.
• Excellent computer and software application skills.
• LIMS and SQL database knowledge preferred
• Food Safety experience preferred

Hours/Employment Type: Full-Time 

Salary/Wages: Based on experience

How to Apply: Visit our online posting

Questions? Please contact Madelyn Billmeyer (612) 326-9903