FSQ Lab Technician - 2nd Shift

About the role

At Link Snacks, we're a team of everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. We're looking for someone who can support our implementation of HACCP, SOP, SSOP, SQF, R&D, and perform laboratory functions. This role requires a strong background in science or technical/business areas, past quality experience in food or non-food industries, and proficiency in math, communication, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP's and HACCP training, along with company pre-requisite programs, SOP's, and SSOP's
• Observe team members to ensure compliance; coach as necessary
• Perform instrument calibration, product testing (chemical and physical), data analysis, quantifications, and confirming specifications
• Record and enter all chemistry results; inform management of any results that are outside the acceptable spec range for chemistry
• Review lethality documentation for accuracy and completeness and follow Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Perform pre-operational inspections after Clean in Place has taken place

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Technical/Business area, or Associates degree in science or laboratory
• Past quality experience in food industry, or past quality experience in non-food industry

Skills

• An aptitude for math
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Superior accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment
• Collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team
• Exceptional time management skills
• Firm knowledge of quality assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory compliance standards, and documentation procedures
• Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and employee motivational skills

Benefits

• Base pay range: $16.96 - $25.44 hourly
• Jack Link’s Total Rewards package includes annual incentive and program-specific awards
• Benefits include medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off

Physical Demands

The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.