FSQ Technician I (Nights)

SunOpta•Alexandria, MN

57d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The FSQ Technician is responsible for performing necessary laboratory testing to ensure ingredients, product and packaging conform to specifications. FSQ Technician follows written and verbal instructions to determine that quality and efficiency standards are being met. In addition, the FSQ Technician is responsible for the efficiency, safety and quality of laboratory work and for effective communication relative to shift and plant performance.

Requirements

Must learn and perform consistently the above essential duties
High school diploma or equivalent required
2+ years related experience in Food Science/Food Technology, or a food or beverage production facility preferred.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages, and percentages.
Able to evaluate a situation and make a good decision or escalate appropriately.
Strong past work history.
Able to stand for long periods of time.
Able to do repetitive work.
Able to lift a minimum of 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

Assure package integrity and product quality by performing laboratory testing and aseptic package evaluation procedures.
Perform laboratory testing such as pH, solids/moisture, sodium, etc.
Perform destructive aseptic package testing.
Assist with investigations related to product spoilage.
Collect and communicate lab data with Quality Supervisor and Operations Shift Leaders.
Perform incubation activities according to standard operating procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
Responsible for laboratory equipment calibrations at specified intervals.
Accurately prepares and maintains all area paperwork.
Perform microbiology testing including basic plating in clean room environment, stocking lab, shipping samples, retrieving results, and communicating to management as needed.
All other duties, as assigned.
Follow all facility human and food safety policies including proper use of PPE
Report all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor
Understand SQF code, FSMA, HACCP, and Food Defense
Awareness of Food Safety and Quality requirements that pertain to the plant and specific role
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to processing, after processing and prior to product release
Cooperates with other shifts and management team for facility housekeeping endeavors
Ensure teamwork with management and operators occurs during each scheduled shift
Promote and contribute to the development of teamwork among production team members
Continuous learning of the Aseptic batching, sterilization, and filling processes