Lab Analyst

The Kraft Heinz Company•Champaign, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the Lab Analyst are to gather product, raw material, and microbiological samples. The Analyst will work and communicate closely with other members of the team to provide support in both the East Laboratory and West Laboratory, as well as other areas of Quality and Manufacturing. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to prioritize work for maximum time effectiveness and efficiency, and the capability to handle multiple situations simultaneously. The employee must have the initiative to perform duties without direct supervision and provide assistance to other areas of the laboratory to accomplish all necessary functions in a professional manner. The employee should also strive to continually contribute to the improvement of laboratory and departmental procedures. The role involves operating expensive, delicate, and critical instrumentation and equipment, and improper monitoring of lab supplies or poor lab technique can result in significant financial losses.

Requirements

Able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Excel and Outlook).
Requires basic arithmetic skills including multiplication and division as well as use of a calculator and computer.
Able to lift up to 60 lbs.
Able to lift carboys [approx. 20+ lbs.] overhead several times each week.
Must be able to work in a variety of physical environments that include, but are not limited to; varying degrees of temperature, humidity and noise.
Must be able to work around different types of chemicals that include, but are not limited to; ethers, alcohol, ammonia hydroxide, antibiotics, color concentrates, acids, sodium hydroxide and silver nitrate.
Will be using hot equipment including water or oil baths.
Moving around the majority of the time.
The job requires a lot of standing, walking and stair climbing.
Will be required to wear safety PPE to perform specific tasks in the lab and production.

Nice To Haves

Classes in general laboratory science and chemistry would be helpful.
Experience in lab testing.
Experience with SAP and Quality Suite.

Responsibilities

Gather product, raw material, and microbiological samples.
Work and communicate closely with team members to provide support in East and West Laboratories and other areas of Quality and Manufacturing.
Pick up samples from production lines.
Sample raw materials and perform analysis.
Perform analytical testing (includes, but not limited to, pH, salt, viscosity, acids, fats, moistures, phosphorus, sorbates, extraneous, refractive index, density) as required by Kraft specifications.
Address deviations from specifications as appropriate.
Log samples and test results into laboratory computer systems.
Generate reports and interpret results.
Coordinate data entry and accounting for all laboratory testing.
Conduct scale and weight checks.
Coordinate and execute road test density program.
Execute hold program for all faulty raw materials.
Monitor rotation and sampling of all raw materials.
Prepare chemicals, solutions, and equipment necessary for required testing.
Set up daily grading table, check samples for any visual defects such as labels and code dates; collect and record comments of graders.
Prepare samples for grading such as cheese melts and pasta cook-offs.
Gather micro samples (equipment swabs, fingerplates and air samples).
Calibrate thermometers and temperature probes in the production and laboratory area.
Maintain and clean laboratory instrumentation, equipment, and environment.
Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as necessary.
Maintain testing control programs including testing, recording results and addressing deviations as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and precise records (includes log books, computer files, graphs, and control programs).
Work in a safe manner and be aware of potential safety hazards in the laboratory and workplace.
Comply with all Kraft Foods, Inc GMP policies.
Assist with project testing including samples from Champaign projects, R&D and other locations.
Keep informed about changes in laboratory and department procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
Prioritize work for maximum time effectiveness and efficiency, and handle a number of situations at one time.
Perform duties without direct supervision.
Provide assistance to other areas of the laboratory to accomplish all necessary laboratory functions in a professional manner.
Strive to continually contribute to the improvement of laboratory and departmental procedures.
Know, understand, and comply with Kraft Food’s Environmental Policy.
Reduce Kraft’s Environmental footprint.
Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list.
Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/Management.