QA Lab Technician C Crew

C Crew – Every other Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

About the Role

Conduct all product testing of assigned attributes as presently set up by the product specifications and testing frequency schedules. Enter all lab analysis data.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work functions in a safe manner as defined in the lab safety manual and safety meetings.
• Provide accurate, reproducible, and timely data on test results and data entry.
• Notify the Technical Services Manager and/or Lab Team Leader of recurring or serious out-of-specification conditions.
• Support the Quality Improvement Process and the 5S process through active participation.
• Assist and promote a positive work atmosphere among coworkers.
• Adhere and comply with all company standards and policies.
• Maintain the work area neat and orderly.
• Perform 2 Safe surveys per month.
• Assist in the training of new lab personnel.
• Provide first aid treatment.
• Assist the Lab Team Leader in training new trainees in acquiring a testing lab routine, multitasking, and other training as needed.
• Uphold the principles of SQF 2000 and immediately report any food safety, food quality, or plant security issues to management.
• Maintain the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and data management to ensure accuracy and confidence in decision-making.
• Proactively manage safety by ensuring compliance with all Federal and State regulations and internal Company policies.
• Regularly complete behavior-based safety observations and ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Possess good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, averaging, computing ranges, determining high/low values).
• Understand basic computer skills and ability to use a computer.
• Become a "Certified Laboratory Technician."
• Have first aid skills as provided by the company.
• Able to work with and handle chemicals safely.
• Able to read and manipulate basic laboratory equipment.

Skills

• Language Skills: Effectively read, write, and speak English; speak clearly on the telephone, including handling emergencies; give meaningful oral and written instructions; lead and direct groups in training; express oneself under pressure.
• Reasoning Ability: Reason situations and make sound decisions; make decisions based on facts; analyze situations and react accordingly; recognize out-of-specification conditions and deficiencies during inspections; problem-solve situations involving several variables.

Physical Demands

• Work under stress and perform plant testing requiring movement up/down stairs, platforms, and various equipment.
• Wear protective equipment as needed.
• Come to work clean and dressed in appropriate work clothes.
• Lift at least 25 lbs.
• Possess average physical abilities in eyesight, taste, and smell.

Work Environment

• Safely work around hazardous chemicals such as acids, bases, and flammables.
• Work around moving equipment, loud noises, and technical equipment without adverse effects.

About the Company

We are a family-owned, family-friendly company that empowers and supports our employees. We live out our company values and expect all team members to do the same. With an 85-year history, we credit our success to a startup mentality and strategic focus on providing tasty and innovative products. Our supportive and collaborative culture is driven by our mission—to make mealtime victories happen every single day. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and strives to create an inclusive community.