FSQ Technician I (Days)

SunOpta • Midlothian, TX

1d • 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
• 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
• Must have good attendance record and be able to work a 12-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years related experience in Food Science/Food Technology, or a food or beverage production facility preferred.

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

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Family leave
• Paid maternity leave
• 401(k) with Match
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED