Laboratory Technician

Hirzel Canning Company•Northwood, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician conducts chemical, physical, and microbiological testing on raw material, in-process, and finished samples using FDA and approved procedures to ensure they meet approved specifications. This position reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Requirements

Willing and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Commitment to our purpose and core values
Commitment to performing job duties in a safe manner and watching out for the safety of others
Compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
Takes ownership of work to make sure it is completed accurately, efficiently and on time. Will work with a sense of urgency, enthusiasm, and commitment, and will encourage others to do the same.
Will promote a positive attitude. Responsible to establish and maintain positive working relationships that are based on respect for all.
Will embrace Plant/Company change and support its implementation.
Reaching with hands and arms
Communication through speech, hearing, and in writing
Bending, twisting, turning, reaching below the knee, pushing, pulling, squatting, kneeling, standing, walking, sitting
Will regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, statistical and mathematical abilities, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with others in a team environment with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability with basic computer and math skills
Demonstrated ability to accurately collect, record, and report data both written and electronically
Attendance on the job each and every day is absolutely essential to the efficient operation of the Company

Nice To Haves

2 - 5 years experience working in a manufacturing environment. Previous food manufacturing laboratory experience preferred.
Proficiency in X3, Google Docs, and MS Office Products
Familiarity with basic laboratory instrumentation and techniques

Responsibilities

Conduct chemical, physical, and microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process, finished product, packaging, and environmental samples.
Collect samples for quality testing and properly store them
Document analysis on the proper forms and accurately enter the information into the quality database.
Ensure all quality records are complete, accurate, and legible.
Be adequately trained in CCP/PC evaluation with the ability to take immediate action and complete deviation procedures.
Prepare ingredient blends when required
Perform basic calibration/validation of laboratory or other quality-related equipment
Promote consciousness of quality assurance within the workforce
Assist production staff by printing recipe sheets as needed
Aid QA Supervisor or QA Manager with special quality projects
Assist in the daily monitoring and enforcement of employee compliance with health and hygiene rules involving safety, GMP’s, SQF, and other plant programs
Assist with SQF projects and corrective actions