MQ SAMPLER I -3RD SHIFT (SPARKS, NV)

Now Foods•Sparks, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The MQ Sampler I performs raw material evaluation on all incoming shipments by inspecting the condition and appearance of material and packaging. This role obtains representative lot samples and completes necessary documentation pertaining to the sampling of raw materials and finished contract manufactured products, including logbook completion. The MQ Sampler I also performs Oracle/LIMs data entry related to the sampling of raw materials, maintains the inventory of sampled components, and manages the inventory of sampling supplies, submitting requisitions as needed. Housekeeping responsibilities in the sample booth, performing audits for GMP and SOP compliance, and communicating problems or out-of-specification issues to supervisors are also key functions. Additionally, this role completes inspection and disposition of customer return items and identifies suggestions for improving efficiencies, quality, and safety, while complying with safety and GMP requirements. The position supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices, actively participating in the safety program and adhering to all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Basic computer skills with Outlook, Word and Excel required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as product specifications, departmental instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine e-mails to communicate within QC and with operations personnel.
Accurately and truthfully completes documentation.
Good verbal communication and listening skills.
Ability to apply basic math (i.e. addition, subtraction, division, multiplication) and concepts such as fractions, percentages, and averages.
Ability to compare results to specifications to determine if result meets requirements.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.
Good problem-solving and decision making skills required.
Ability to travel to other facilities as needed.
Ability to use motorized hand lifts.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including off shifts and weekends.
Regularly required to talk and hear; stand and/or walk throughout the facility; ascend and/or descend stairs; forward bend and squat; use hands to inspect, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly required to enter information into a computer, handle product in various stages and forms (i.e. raw materials, work in progress, and finished products in liquid, powdered, and tablet forms), in addition to equipment and/or tools.
Frequently required to use his/her sense of smell.
Must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), slide, raise and/or place: Lift up to 50 lbs. from 31 inches, carry for 5 feet and return to 31 inches.
Lift up to 50 lbs. floor to waist height.
Grasp up to 50 lbs. of force.
Lift up to 50 lbs. and move box 10 inches to side, then back again at 36 inches. (MQ Sampler role only)

Nice To Haves

Experience in quality processes, inspection, and GMP environment preferred.
Oracle and LIMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs raw material evaluation on all incoming shipments by inspecting the condition and appearance of material and packaging.
Obtains representative lot samples.
Completes necessary documentation pertaining to the sampling of raw materials and finished contract manufactured products, including logbook completion.
Performs Oracle/LIMs data entry related to the sampling of raw materials.
Maintains the inventory of sampled components.
Maintains inventory of sampling supplies and submits supply requisitions to designated personnel.
Performs housekeeping (i.e. cleaning utensils, sweeping floor) responsibilities in the sample booth.
Performs audits to ensure compliance with GMPs and SOPs.
Communicates problems/out of specification issues to supervisor/lead.
Completes inspection and disposition of customer return items at the Roselle warehouse.
Truthfully and legibly completes required paperwork, written and electronic reports.
Identifies and submits suggestions to improve efficiencies, quality and safety.
Complies with safety and GMP requirements.
Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices.
Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities.
Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance.
Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP’s, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures.
Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately.
Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention.
Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required.
Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.