Lab Technician - B Shift

About the role

As a QA Technician at McCormick’s Hunt Valley Plant (11100 McCormick Road), you will be part of a high‑performance, self‑directed team responsible for keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and ensuring high quality and service to customers. The role operates on the 2nd Shift (1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m., Monday‑Friday).

Responsibilities

• Sample raw ingredients and packaging materials as they enter the plant and within the facility (visual inspection and physical taste testing).
• Examine and test samples, accurately recording results on paper and in the computer.
• Perform initial troubleshooting for operational issues (foreign material, supplier issues, weight issues, etc.).
• Issue Quality Notifications for out‑of‑specification materials.
• Conduct testing according to the environmental monitoring program.
• Provide troubleshooting support to production departments by investigating quality‑ or efficiency‑affecting issues and recommending solutions.
• Communicate problems and test results to appropriate personnel.
• Perform daily line audits for finished products.
• Participate in cross‑functional Production/Maintenance/Materials Management team meetings.
• Proactively participate in weekly Problem‑Solving events or optimization activities.
• Support the Manufacturing Analysis and Costing (MAC) process as directed.

Requirements

• Acceptable attendance required.
• Meets standards in overall performance rating in most recent performance review.
• Up to date on all site Quality and Safety compliance requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient in reading, writing and math required.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• One to two years demonstrated quality experience in a manufacturing environment, conducting inspections on raw materials and packaging.
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Flexible and adaptable to business needs, including flexibility with shift and workday assignments.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills.
• Ability to perform sensory testing (appearance and taste comparisons against control samples).
• Ability to work safely, recognize safety concerns, and address them to prevent accidents.

Skills

• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and the Datamyte system (SPC‑based).
• Proficient with Microsoft applications required.
• SAP experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Flexibility and support for diverse life stages and choices.
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits.
• Family‑friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support.
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans.
• Eligibility to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program.

Pay

Base salary range: $19.73 – $29.59 per hour (final amount based on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and internal equity).

Schedule

2nd Shift: 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Monday‑Friday. Overtime on short notice and weekend work required; flexibility with shift and workday assignments to support business needs.