Micro Lab Technician

Ya Ya Foods USA LLC • Ogden, UT

18d

About The Position

The Micro Lab Technician performs microbiological and quality testing in a food manufacturing environment, including aseptic sampling and analysis of packaging materials, raw materials, and finished products. The role also supports commercial sterility testing, environmental monitoring, laboratory proficiency testing, equipment calibration, media preparation, inventory management, external testing, documentation, and investigations into non-conformances or out-of-specification results. The technician works with QC and QA/QC colleagues and follows applicable safety, environmental, food safety, GMP, legal, and company requirements. The position reports to the Quality Manager.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in food manufacturing within a GMP environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a similar scientific discipline.
• Food safety certifications demonstrating knowledge of food safety-related legislation, standards, and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication, analytical, and organizational skills, and balanced decision-making skills for managing projects.
• Strong leadership skills and prior experience managing large teams.
• Regular time and attendance.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to work in cold and hot environments, approximately 38°F–80°F.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, or fingers and to stand or sit for prolonged periods, averaging 8–12 hours.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing a microbiology laboratory.
• HACCP-certified or trained as an FSMA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI).

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic sampling and microbiological analyses of packaging materials, raw materials, and finished products according to standard methods to determine conformance to specifications.
• Conduct pH testing of final products as part of commercial sterility testing.
• Conduct plant environmental swabbing, air monitoring, and water sampling according to predetermined frequency and standard procedures.
• Participate in the laboratory’s internal and external proficiency testing.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and orderliness following 5S principles.
• Monitor laboratory equipment performance and follow the established in-house calibration schedule.
• Prepare materials and culture media for microbial testing, including growth promotion testing.
• Assist with supply inventory and management, and advise team leaders when supplies or materials are low.
• Prepare samples and corresponding documents when external testing is required.
• Record results promptly and ensure reports and documents are complete and follow good documentation practices.
• Communicate with QC technicians and QA/QC supervisors about issues that could affect product quality.
• Participate in laboratory investigations into non-conformances or out-of-specification results.
• Comply with health, occupational, environmental, and food safety rules and policies, legal regulations, and company requirements.
• Comply with the Company's Integrated Management Systems, including Production, Quality, Food Safety, and GMP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Inclusive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovation in beverage manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level