Lab Technician, Overnight, Fresh Kitchen - Lakeland

Publix•Lakeland, FL

About The Position

Publix is seeking a Lab Technician at its Fresh Kitchen manufacturing plant in Lakeland. The plant has more than 450 associates who assemble sandwiches, subkits, platters, and meals according to Publix quality standards. The Lab Technician supports quality control and helps ensure products are manufactured in compliance with applicable procedures and FDA regulations, from receipt of raw materials through shipment of finished products. The role requires accurate work and complete documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the ability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to work with regulatory inspectors and other compliance officials.
Must be able to work under pressure, be dependable, and possess good follow-up skills.
Must demonstrate excellent work habits consistent with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safe working habits.
Must be able to lift more than 25 pounds frequently.
Must be able to learn and perform all positions.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, work well with others, and be a team player.
Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Must have excellent attendance and punctuality and be willing to assist team members in other areas.
Must be able to perform steady, productive work for an extended period and work efficiently with little or no supervision.
Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Must possess basic math skills and communicate effectively.
Must show enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work, and commitment to Publix and its mission.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Access, and Excel.
Two-year degree in science or a related field.
Retail baking experience and laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform quality control inspections, including verifying ingredient and product information.
Perform operational and pre-operational inspections.
Ensure products are manufactured according to FDA regulations, including maintaining traceability, temperature-monitoring, and HACCP records.
Follow safety requirements and verify thermometer accuracy and product temperatures.
Collect, process, package, maintain, and retain samples for testing.
Assist associates in the Quality Control department and other departments throughout the plant.
Taste and evaluate product samples received.
Become cross-trained in Quality Control responsibilities and learn plant functions.
Complete responsibilities accurately from start to finish, with required documentation.
Record and process samples received.
Process and record customer complaints.
Conduct compliance audits and audit and update the plant reference book.
Perform data entry and ensure products are manufactured according to correct procedures from raw-material receipt through finished-product shipment.