PET Quality Supervisor

Byrne, Inc.•City of Cortland, NY

3d•$34 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The PET Quality Supervisor plays a key role in executing assigned Quality tasks. This includes driving continuous improvement, GMP conformance, and regulatory compliance at the site level while managing complex projects and supporting Operations and R&D.

Requirements

BS degree in science related discipline (biology, food processing, chemistry, dairy management, etc.) required.
Minimum of 3 years of aseptic beverage experience required.
Completion of Better Process School preferred (required completion upon accepting this role)

Nice To Haves

2 years of Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports planning and maintaining of lab schedule to provide uninterrupted support to normal Quality operations; support other activities as needed. Support continuous improvement activities.
Support Operations and Manufacturing Services in assuring company quality standards are met.
Perform analytical testing and determine product conformance to specifications.
Demonstrate the ability to conduct equipment calibrations and troubleshooting as needed.
Perform finished product weight verifications and checks. Including ability to perform volumetric checks.
High level of proficiency at running sterility testing equipment, and other lab equipment, as well as being the primary trainer for new hires on the lab equipment.
Capable of performing preventive maintenance and validation testing on all lab equipment.
Review products and assess eligibility for product release in accordance with company policy.
Complete sensory analysis of finished products as required.
Proficient at completing gram stains, direct microbial counts and has an in-depth understanding of Dairy microbiology.
Maintain cleanliness of work areas and partake in assigned cleaning duties as scheduled.
Conduct investigative research on products or materials as assigned.
Conduct Environmental Swabbing, sample testing and result reporting.
Perform pH Testing.
Always maintain and demonstrate a high level of professional attitude and appearance. Be able to work closely with others without disputes.
Set up documentation and sterile sampling for sample shipments. Utilize proper shipping methods.
Maintains compliance with FDA, NYS, and S.Q.F. Certification including drafting procedure and policy.
Applies and maintains 5s methodology (housekeeping) in work area.
Troubleshooting, isolating problems, and repairing of lab equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.