Lab Technician

Saputo Inc.•Decatur, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Requirements

Must be proficient with all quality control functions throughout the facility.
Must be able to complete and pass specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).

Responsibilities

Perform physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished goods dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results.
Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing of dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results.
Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification analytical test results. Follow established notification protocol.
Routinely collect product samples from production lines as outlined by testing timeline guidelines.
Exceptional organizational skills in order to maintain all QC records and filing.
Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents.
Ability to prepare various stock solutions used in the laboratory.
Calibrate and maintain all lab testing equipment.
Perform environmental control swabbing after clean-up and CIP/SIP. Report any deviations.
Knowledge of consumer complaint investigation process.
Support internal and external audits.
Support mock and product recall program guidelines.
Prepare and process production records to isolate any out of specification product including any product deviations from standard, on-hold, regulatory holds, etc.
Prepare and distribute customer certificates of analysis.
Must be proficient with all quality control functions throughout the facility.
Must be able to complete and pass specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).
Perform good laboratory housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
Comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP’s).