FSQ Technician I

Essential Functions of the Job

• Officially releases all ingredients and finished goods.
• Performs micro duties such as plating and reading results against known specifications.
• Conducts various micro tests on powders, liquids, swabs, filters, and air samples.
• Performs preoperational inspections, including inspecting equipment and taking ATP and micro swabs.
• Carries out incoming ingredient analysis, including compositing samples and running chemical, micro, and physical tests.
• Generates Certificates of Analysis for finished products and tests in accordance with customer specifications.
• Takes aseptic samples from various ports on finished product bags for troubleshooting.
• Calibrates lab equipment and prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment and cooperates with other shifts and the management team in housekeeping endeavors.
• Completes various quality control audits throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Background in Food Science or Microbiology preferred.
• Two years’ experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Basic keyboarding skills helpful but not necessary.
• Knowledge of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages, and percentages.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.