Lab Food Safety Technician (Nights)

Hilmar Cheese Company•Dalhart, TX

33d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since our founding in 1984, Hilmar Cheese Company has been committed to innovation and sustainability. Our state-of-the art production facilities convert an abundance of locally sourced high-quality milk into a variety of nutritious cheeses, whey protein and lactose. The Cheese and Ingredients that we produce create a wide variety of retail and food service products from sliced and shredded cheeses, to protein supplements and infant formula. We are a trusted partner to premier food and beverage brands in more than fifty countries helping bring their vision into reality. Throughout our decades of success and growth we have remained committed to our mission and values and these principles unite our people and guide all that we do. A Typical Day The Food Safety Technician is responsible for the accurate performance of gathering samples in accordance with HCC procedures for all microbiological and chemical tests surrounding environmental monitoring and Food Safety programs.

Requirements

English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write and speak English
High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
4 months experience in a laboratory or production setting (lab experience can include HS science courses)
Must be open to working weekends, holidays and rotating shifts (day/swing/graveyard) as necessary and working overtime as required.
Ability to lift 45lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Microsoft Office Software such as Word, Excel and Outlook
6 months experience in a laboratory or production setting
Demonstrate proficiency in: algebra, following directions, using available references, and situational problem solving skills.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Ensure prompt transmission of accurate data and information to the plant and Food Safety staff regarding trends, concerns and plant observations.
Conduct audits and spot checks as assigned along with regularly scheduled monitoring of chemical handling/receiving, Hygiene zone, HACCP CCP Verifications, GMP checks, equipment inspections, pest control and audit finding verifications.
In the event that the Food Safety Technician is unable to perform their food safety duties, the Food Safety Supervisor will perform the duties.
Assist with assigned projects and responsibilities as need.
Work well with minimal supervision
Must be able to follow detailed instructions.
Be able to effectively communicate with all departments
Must be able to multi-task and organize priorities
Display critical thinking and trouble shooting skills
Active participation and ownership in your training and development program and associated activities, classes and events, which will be held before, during, after shifts and during scheduled days off.
Help coach and train teammates and participate in on the job, buddy training.
Place high priority on food safety and sanitation by understanding and executing HCC's food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
Hold self and others accountable to HCC's food safety & sanitation guidelines and policies by communicating any food safety incident, observation, or opportunity to your leadership team or teammates.
Participate in food safety and sanitation root cause analysis and improvement activities when required.
Prioritize safety above all other job duties by having a safety first approach at all times.
Report any safety issues, observations, opportunities to your teams and follow up.
Participate in departmental safety teams.
Annual completion of OSHA required safety training.
Promote Company Culture
Achieve common business goals through cooperative alignment with all departments.