Raw Material/Quality Assurance Technician

Core Responsibilities

• Maintains the best interest of Lyons Magnus first and foremost.
• Works with employees of Lyons Magnus in a positive and constructive manner to maintain a professional relationship. Demonstrates courtesy, discretion, friendliness and diplomacy.
• Works within a team environment to share information and help others as needed.
• Responsible for analytical testing including: Brix, pH, T.A and absorbance/transmittance using a spectrophotometer for all raw materials as specified.
• Performs preparation and sensory evaluation of raw materials for all loads and samples received.
• Conducts Aseptic/Sanitary sampling of incoming ingredients (fruits, juices, dry powders, liquid sweeteners, milks, etc.).
• Maintains accurate and precise records (hard copy and RM database) of all sampled materials including lot codes and analytical results.
• Reports results that fall out of specifications to the Supply Chain Quality Manager and Quality Control Lab Manager at all times.
• Aids in restricting products based on evaluation against specifications.
• Sets up and calibrates lab equipment as needed. Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs other functions at the direction of the Supply Chain Quality Manager and Quality Managers or Supervisors, to include back-up to the PQG team lead when needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven track record of organizational, planning prioritizing, record keeping and time management skills.
• Ability to walk, climb, lift and carry as needed for sampling of raw materials.
• Attention to detail in recording and filing information for each raw material.

Required Qualifications

• High School Degree required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in within food beverage manufacturing.
• Experience with fruit grading and aseptic sampling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Detail oriented with the ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.

Pay

$19.50 - $24.00

Hours

2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Schedule

Monday - Friday (Every other Saturday, work may vary)

Benefits

Benefits eligibility begins after 90 days.

Additional Information

This is an in-house temporary position aligned with a temp-to-hire process. While a permanent role may become available, conversion is not guaranteed and will depend on business needs, performance, and attendance.

Work Environment

Laboratory