Lab Technician in Training (12 hour Nights) $19.25+$2 Differential

About the position

The primary responsibility of the Quality Assurance Technician I is to assist and support plant operations in activities involving base product and finished package quality analysis, data validation, tracking and trend analysis. A QA Tech I is expected to be able to accurately perform all tasks related to being on shift to support production and packaging microbiological or analytical laboratory analysis.

Responsibilities

• Must follow and comply with all company safety protocols and procedures while working in a safe manner.
• Follows and encourages others to comply with all company Food Safety and Food Quality Programs, Policies and Practices.
• Proficient in laboratory procedures and systems, documentation procedures, equipment operations and calibrations.
• Responsible for product sampling and analysis according to approved procedures (analytical, organoleptic, and physical parameters) per the product specification.
• Monitors lab equipment and supplies. Report and document equipment operations, require maintenance, calibrations and/or repairs.
• Operational knowledge of product process flow to understand what causes out of grade product and how to correct for various defects.
• Immediately communicate with supervisor when product deviations occur in products to initiate immediate correction.
• Under the authority of the QA Manager, the Lab Tech can place product which may not meet safety or quality expectations on HOLD.
• Must be able to use infinity to analyze lab and other data and print graphs to present to others.
• Able to perform limited lab equipment troubleshooting.
• Responsible to comply and maintain accurate sample and record retention programs for the department.
• Keeps management advised on issues of concern.
• Assist and support with onboarding and training of new employees.
• Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to a changing work schedule and environment.

Requirements

• Education and/or Experience: This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous lab experience preferred. Must obtain and maintain Microbiology laboratory, or Packaging and Production laboratory validations.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, comprehend, and follow complex instructions, policies, procedures and correspondence. Exhibit effective speaking and written communication skills in dealing with co-workers and management.
• Math Skills: This position requires quantitative skills and knowledge of math functions such as percentages and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: This position requires a high degree of self-confidence and maturity to make decisions required in day-to-day activities. Must be able to solve problems with minimal direction, be detailed oriented and have strong organizational skills. A team player who is flexible, and accepts changing assignments and accountabilities. Should display excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer Skills: Essential computer skills using Windows applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and E-mail.

Benefits

• Increased to $20.00/hr. upon successful completion of training and skills validation.