Job Overview:

Performs routine and non-routine tests on in-process samples, finished product, ingredients, and manufacturing supplies. Maintains, troubleshoots and does minor repairs on laboratory apparatus. Inputs data in computer for a variety of reports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs routine and non-routine tests on in-process samples, finished product, ingredients and manufacturing supplies.
• Performs special tests and projects related to the operation as required.
• Uses, maintains, troubleshoots and does minor repairs on standard laboratory apparatus for performing routine and non-routine analyses. Observes Good Laboratory Practices when performing analyses.
• Compares test results and disseminates information as required.
• Enters data in to computer for the purpose of maintaining a permanent record of all finished analyses, out-of-specification report, and end-of-the-month reports.
• Compares test results with current specifications and advises supervisory and production personnel of problems and/or out-of-code situations. Makes recommendations as to cause and resolution of problems.
• Evaluates results and independently ensures accuracy before alerting supervisory or production personnel.
• Works with production on solution to problems, including audit of quality performance by operators.
• Maintains high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping in the laboratory work area.
• Involved in various activities with food safety.
• This position is also responsible for food safety and quality. Provides support to the plant's GMP, and Food Safety programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• 2 4 years' experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Experience with production processes and procedures.
• In depth knowledge of QC and QA processes. Some experience laboratory equipment.
• Windows and Microsoft suite products. Working knowledge in other software programs is desirable including SAP.
• Certifications in GFSI, FSMA or HAACP helpful but not required.
• Safety and Security Observes safety and security procedures, Reports potentially unsafe conditions, Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Initiative Volunteers readily, Seeks increased responsibilities, Asks for and offers help when needed. Ability to manage multiple priorities to achieve needed results.
• Judgment Exhibits sound and accurate judgment, Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Communication Excellent communication skills and ability to work with all levels of process personnel.
• Mental Reasoning Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Reasoning Ability to use mathematical techniques to calculate data or solve practical problems with a high level of knowledge and accuracy in math calculations.