Micro Lab Tech

Leprino Foods Company•Lubbock, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

For our state-of-the art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Micro Lab Tech. The Micro Lab Quality Technician is responsible for the monitoring of all aspects of microbiology testing, from in-process samples, finished product and other microbiological surveillance as needed for the plant and reports results to appropriate management personnel. All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to understand/adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), to communicate effectively with others, to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form, and to troubleshoot systems utilizing the English language.
Must have the ability to perform essential job functions
Must wear required personal protective equipment
Must comply with all applicable safety practices
Maintain a clean work area
Complete written reports
Perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations
Enter data into and pull data from computer systems
Must possess considerable problem-solving ability in dealing with equipment or troubleshooting when supervision is not readily available for consultation
Must have an understanding of basic chemistry or biology, and basic lab equipment and testing through on the job experience, or through high school or college coursework.
Experience with computers and programs

Nice To Haves

2 years of work experience in a similar type position, experience in instrumentation operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment, and experience with aseptic technique and sample pulling is preferred.
Advanced level science knowledge (e.g. chemistry, biology, microbiology); and lab work experience (e.g. computer-assisted analytical equipment, microbiological testing) is also preferred.

Responsibilities

Test final product (Cheese, WPC, Lactose and NFDM) from previous production date based on the requirements of specific product code for bacteriological testing. Testing in-process and swab sampling for bacteriological testing. Enable plant environmental swab program.
Advise appropriate management personnel about specification conditions, recommending corrective measures.
Exhibit excellent decision making skills in product grading
Utilize the FLEX and SAP to input date from testing procedures
Represent the Quality Execution Department during corporate, regional, or customer visits.
The Micro Quality Lab Technician must be able to understand the requirements of the position and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the job specific PSOP Job Certification.
Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.
Maintain 5S standards. Other accountabilities as given direction by Quality Execution Leadership Team.
This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.