FSQ Technician I (Nights)

SunOpta•Midlothian, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The FSQ Technician performs laboratory testing to ensure ingredients, products, and packaging meet specifications. The role follows written and verbal instructions to assess quality and efficiency standards and is responsible for laboratory work efficiency, safety, quality, and communication about shift and plant performance. The position is based at the SunOpta plant in Midlothian, Texas, and works the night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on a 2-2-3 pattern. Some flexibility may be needed, and travel to other SunOpta locations may be required for meetings and job-related functions. The work is approximately 95% in a manufacturing or laboratory environment and 5% in an office environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must learn and consistently perform the essential duties.
Good attendance record and ability to work a 12-hour shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Follow food and human safety policies and use PPE properly.
Understand SQF code, FSMA, HACCP, and Food Defense awareness, as applicable to the plant and role.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of related experience in Food Science/Food Technology or in a food or beverage production facility preferred.
Some flexibility may be needed for the shift schedule.
Ability to travel to various SunOpta locations for meetings and other job-related functions may be needed.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing and aseptic package evaluation procedures to assure package integrity and product quality.
Perform laboratory tests such as pH, solids/moisture, and sodium testing.
Perform destructive aseptic package testing.
Assist with investigations related to product spoilage.
Collect and communicate laboratory data to the Quality Supervisor and Operations Shift Leaders.
Perform incubation activities according to standard operating procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation and cooperate with other shifts and management on facility housekeeping.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
Calibrate laboratory equipment at specified intervals.
Accurately prepare and maintain area paperwork.
Perform microbiology testing, including basic plating in a clean-room environment; stock the lab, ship samples, retrieve results, and communicate information to management as needed.
Follow facility human and food safety policies, including proper use of PPE, and report near misses and accidents to the production supervisor.
Follow SOPs and conduct required testing before processing, after processing, and before product release.
Work as a team with management and operators during each scheduled shift and contribute to teamwork among production team members.
Continue learning about aseptic batching, sterilization, and filling processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.