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Form of workFood Science Technician
This position involves daily laboratory testing of food products. The position requires significant attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Schedule:
40 hours per week total, 3-4 days per week, including some weekends. 12 hour shifts, either 6 PM - 6 AM or 6 AM - 6 PM.
Qualifications:
MUSTS:
High school diploma
2 or 4 year degree or current college student with emphasis in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Environmental, Quality Assurance or related technical discipline
Strong problem solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems
Good communication and influence skills
Experience and desire to work in a team environment
Strong statistical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Basic computer skills
Good organizational skills
Willingness to learn new tasks and take on additional accountability to support the QRO function
WANTS:
1-2 years Quality Assurance/Control laboratory/analytical testing experience or related experience
Understanding of risk assessment and regulatory requirements
Familiarity of HPLC and auto titration instrumentation and techniques
Results oriented
Demonstrated leadership skills
Knowledge of OSHA chemical safety requirements/hazardous materials training
Basic understanding of continuous improvement processes
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Daily analytical (chemical and physical) testing of ingredients, packaging, and finished products
Data entry into computer-based information system
Approval of product against product specifications
Troubleshooting out of specification product and making sound risk decisions
Working closely in partnership with team leaders and operators to evaluate food safety and quality risks, influence appropriate decisions and support plant productivity
Manage quality or food safety related risk decisions on off shift, involving others as required
Internal reference material (IRM) program activities and SPC control charting and analysis
Intermediate knowledge of instrumentation and troubleshooting
Startup, changeover, and bulk pack inspections and other sanitation accountabilities
Sensory panel leadership and participation
Chemical solutions makeup and equipment calibrations
This position involves daily laboratory testing of food products. The position requires significant attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Schedule:
40 hours per week total, 3-4 days per week, including some weekends. 12 hour shifts, either 6 PM - 6 AM or 6 AM - 6 PM.
Qualifications:
MUSTS:
High school diploma
2 or 4 year degree or current college student with emphasis in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Environmental, Quality Assurance or related technical discipline
Strong problem solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems
Good communication and influence skills
Experience and desire to work in a team environment
Strong statistical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Basic computer skills
Good organizational skills
Willingness to learn new tasks and take on additional accountability to support the QRO function
WANTS:
1-2 years Quality Assurance/Control laboratory/analytical testing experience or related experience
Understanding of risk assessment and regulatory requirements
Familiarity of HPLC and auto titration instrumentation and techniques
Results oriented
Demonstrated leadership skills
Knowledge of OSHA chemical safety requirements/hazardous materials training
Basic understanding of continuous improvement processes
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Daily analytical (chemical and physical) testing of ingredients, packaging, and finished products
Data entry into computer-based information system
Approval of product against product specifications
Troubleshooting out of specification product and making sound risk decisions
Working closely in partnership with team leaders and operators to evaluate food safety and quality risks, influence appropriate decisions and support plant productivity
Manage quality or food safety related risk decisions on off shift, involving others as required
Internal reference material (IRM) program activities and SPC control charting and analysis
Intermediate knowledge of instrumentation and troubleshooting
Startup, changeover, and bulk pack inspections and other sanitation accountabilities
Sensory panel leadership and participation
Chemical solutions makeup and equipment calibrations
