QA Laboratory Technician I

Job Summary

Role Responsibilities:

• Sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results.
• Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Data Entry, tracking, and interpretation.
• Following QC Hold Procedures for out-of-specification products.
• Maintain a 5-S rating of an "A" by following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Be flexible in working hours.
• Perform equipment calibration and troubleshooting.
• Assist in driving continuous improvement.
• Participate in daily meetings covering production issues.
• Monitor CCP records and frequencies.
• Follow-up on customer complaints and correspond with production.
• Manage product specifications.
• Maintain policy and implement policies and procedures including training relating to GMPs, Food Safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED equivalent and 3+ years laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical, and Organoleptic Testing.
• Ensure policies, procedures, and workplace safety is adhered to.
• Implement Plant Sanitation programs as directed by Quality Management.
• Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize and maintain inventory of laboratory and sanitation supplies.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Able to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety, and Occupational Safety.
• Ability to lift 25lbs.
• Good Time Management and customer service oriented.