Lab Technician, ON, Fresh Kitchen - Deerfield

Publix•Deerfield Beach, FL

About The Position

The Lab Technician performs quality control inspections and testing for Fresh Kitchen in Deerfield. This includes verifying ingredient and product information; conducting operational and pre-operational inspections; and ensuring products are manufactured according to FDA regulations and applicable procedures, including traceability, temperature monitoring, and HACCP documentation. The technician verifies thermometer accuracy and product temperatures, collects and processes samples, and tastes and evaluates product samples. The role also includes processing customer complaints, conducting compliance audits, updating the plant reference book, and entering data to help ensure controls are followed from receipt of raw materials through shipment of finished products. The technician provides support to Quality Control and other plant departments, learns and performs all positions, and completes responsibilities accurately with proper documentation. The role requires adherence to safety requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), effective teamwork and communication, and the ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision in a fast-paced environment. The schedule may include any shift, 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 in line 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 and perform steady, productive work for an extended period.
Must have good human relations skills and work well with others as a team player.
Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
Must be able to 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, and pride in work, and commitment to Publix and its mission.
Must have working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Access, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree in science or a related field.
Retail baking experience.
Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform quality control inspections to verify ingredient and product information.
Conduct operational and pre-operational inspections.
Ensure products are manufactured according to FDA regulations and correct procedures, including traceability records, temperature monitoring, and HACCP records.
Verify thermometer accuracy and product temperatures.
Collect, process, package, maintain, and retain samples for testing.
Taste and evaluate product samples received.
Process and record samples received and customer complaints.
Conduct compliance audits and audit and update the plant reference book.
Perform data entry and maintain completed documentation.
Support associates in the Quality Control department and other plant departments.
Learn and perform all positions and plant functions, and assist team members in other areas as needed.
Follow safety requirements and GMPs while performing work accurately from start to finish.