PRP Sampling Technician

Glanbia•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control PRP sampling technician is responsible for sampling all incoming raw materials and maintaining raw material retains. In addition, the PRP tech will perform data entry, labeling, and will track raw material positive releases for materials received, as well as handle Certificate of Analysis (COA) receipt, review, and organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
1-3 years in work experience in similar position or quality control in a manufacturing, food, or nutraceutical company.
Working knowledge of laboratory and manufacturing safety protocols.
Working knowledge of good laboratory and manufacturing practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), to include speaking clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Must be results focused and oriented toward accomplishment of team.
Must be able to work flexible hours to include overtime when needed.
Fluent in written and spoken English required.
Computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Works with minimal supervision and remains productive at all times.
Operates well in a team environment and possesses team-based critical thinking skills.
Results focused and oriented toward accomplishment of team and organizational goals.
Stays positive and calm in difficult and/or trying circumstances.
Effectively handles multiple, rapidly changing, and conflicting priorities and works well under pressure.

Nice To Haves

College coursework, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (i.e., chemistry, biology, microbiology, science, food science).
Experience in Science or related field preferred.
Experience with SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify identity, lot number, and sample incoming raw materials.
Manage all aspects of the gold standard program.
Verify incoming raw material identity using FT-IR, particle size, bench chemistry and other methods as needed.
Coordinate 3rd party testing of raw materials using LIMS EDI or manual submission form.
Assist in conducting Quality Control investigations including accessing retains.
Composite raw material samples for retention and analysis.
Manage all aspects of the retain storage, content, and archiving.
Label, organize and store retain samples as part of the record.
Perform data entry of raw material results, retains and contract lab testing information including sample submission information and results (as required).
File sample submission forms and other documents.
Maintain database and instrumentation records from FT-IR and particle size testing.
Coordinate scheduling preventative maintenance and calibration of PRP instruments.
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for PRP functions.
Coordinate receipt and review of COA documents received per lot.
Update procurement department when COAs are missing or have incomplete results.
Track the progress of raw materials to ensure due date is met.
Track changes or reductions in inspection levels.
Coordinate sampling with receiving personnel to assure staging of materials.
Assure Master Sanitation Schedule is followed for the sampling room.
Provide limited back up coverage for Raw Material Team Lead.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assist the QC technicians with release of warehouse ready blends (as needed).
Assist the QC technicians with the release of blending materials (as needed).
Follows safety guidelines.