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SalaryQA Lab Technician- 2nd Shift (2pm-10:30pm)
Summary / Position Purpose:
Responsible for all microbiological swabbing and plating performed in-house. Responsible for the monitoring and documentation of specified Quality Assurance testing. Accurate recording of activities on documents, and the understanding of HACCP, pasteurization, sanitation, allergens, and all food safety programs are required.
Principle Accountabilities:
o Duties and tasks as assigned by manager
o Comply with all Company policies including, but not limited to, Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, GMP's, HAACP, and Attendance.
o Perform routine lab testing with accurate and timely recording of accurate test results and utilize lab reference materials
o Understand and follow procedures of the department for the proper calibration and use of the department's equipment.
o Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices for the care, handling, and storage of food products; and report any known or observed violations to management. Utilize HACCP philosophy and procedures in everyday work routine.
o Perform environmental sampling procedures and pre-operational inspections
o Follow and enforce laboratory safety procedures
o Interacts with lab instruments, equipment suppliers and technicians as needed
o Perform sensory evaluation
o Raw material sampling and testing
Experience / Competencies:
o Ability to read and interpret documents such as: food safety procedures, safety procedures, analytical procedures, microbiology procedures
o Ability to interface with a computer and software applications
o Must be able to work with a high degree of accuracy
o Work with a team, as a team member, and as team leader
Other Requirements:
o Noise level usually low to moderate
o Lift up to 50 LBS
o Walking, climbing, and standing between 4-8 hours daily
o Environmental temperatures range: -10F to 80F
Organizational Relationships:
o Reports to: Food Safety Quality Manager, Quality Director
o Subordinates: N/A
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 1 year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- In-person
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Quality assurance: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
