Quality Control Lab Technicians - Food Plant

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for collecting, inspecting, and testing Raw Materials and Finished products with regard to food safety.

Johanna Foods Compensation:

• Compensation up to $21.00/hour, based on skills, experience, qualifications and testing
• Premium healthcare benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account
• Company paid life insurance, vacation, holidays and sick days
• Full-time, 40-hour work week plus overtime opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Obtains samples from in process and packaging lines for inspection and testing.
• Performs tests to keep lab in compliance with FDA lab requirement.
• Testing includes but is not limited to, pH, Total Solids, Brix, Butterfat. Testing- Gerber Method, ATP, and Chemical Titrations.
• Conducts calibrations of instruments and devices within the quality assurance department as well as specific production instruments. Keeps records of these calibrations.
• Maintains conformance to SQF standards by completing tasks and maintaining the work in a sanitary manner.
• Provides the same laboratory expertise and performance necessary to analyze finished products within their specifications for microbiological, chemical, physical and organoleptic requirements.
• Monitors products to assure quality is being controlled.
• Ensures compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit’s food safety and security programs in support of essential manufacturing strategies and practices.
• Serves as Alternate to other QC Technicians to ensure effective coverage of the Safe Quality Food responsibilities pertaining to that position.
• Special assignments upon request of the Quality Assurance Manager or Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School diploma, some College preferred.
• Prior Quality Control experience preferred.
• Prior understanding of the PMO, HACCP and SQF systems preferred.
• Requires the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Skilled in basic computer operation and ability to use Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently with little oversight concerning routine tasks.
• Able to work in group settings as needed.
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency.
• Able to work varied shifts, including weekends.