FSQR Lab Technician

Illes Foods•Carrollton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Successful candidate inspects, tests, and approves Finished Goods production and Raw Materials receipts under the guidance of the FSQA Supervisor and/or Manager/Director. Conducts warehouse inspections and line checks for compliance to GMP’s, Food Safety, and FSQA/Sanitation policies and procedures. Collects data, maintains files, and distributes analytical & related information as required. Partner conducts themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values: Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.

Requirements

Time management & reliability: Manages scheduled testing, line checks, and sample collection efficiently; maintains consistent attendance.
Safety & compliance: Follows GMPs, food safety, FSQA, and sanitation protocols; ensures legal and quality compliance in lab and production areas.
Communication (verbal/written): Documents results clearly and communicates findings to supervisors and teams.
Customer service (active listening): Responds effectively to team and production inquiries.
Inventory management: Maintains lab supplies and ensures readiness for testing.
Flexibility/adaptability: Adjusts to changing schedules and urgent testing needs.
Digital literacy: Uses Microsoft Office and electronic QA/FSQA systems.
Problem-solving (critical thinking): Identifies issues and recommends corrective actions.
Team coordination: Collaborates with FSQA and production teams for smooth testing operations.
Conflict resolution: Resolves test or sampling discrepancies professionally.

Nice To Haves

2 years’ experience working in an industrial laboratory (preferably food).

Responsibilities

Conducts all analytical and organoleptic tests applicable to each product
Performs data entry of all testing or inspection results and creates COAs as required
Conducts calibration on all equipment as required
Carries out all environmental sampling using sterile sample collection techniques
Samples equipment for sanitation effectiveness testing
Collects all finished product samples for internal testing
Prepares samples for shipment to third-party labs or customers
Performs pre-operational inspections for allergen removal from equipment prior to use
Performs line checks during production
Puts materials on hold or releases from hold upon request from a member of FSQR Management
Acts as back up for Vendor Compliance Specialist to complete warehouse inspections and bug count
Able to manage lab testing and line checks at the same time during breaks and lunches if coverage is not available
Ensure that food safety, legality, integrity and quality standards are maintained at all times.
Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.
Regular attendance for scheduled shifts is a requirement of this position.