QA Lab Technician (Nigh Shift) Pasco, WA

Simplot • Pasco, WA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician is responsible for monitoring and testing product quality in compliance with established procedures, specifications, and instructions. Duties include taking samples, performing prescribed and requested tests, reporting line-operation status to appropriate personnel, and recording information in logs and databases. The role is based at the GF Plant in Pasco, Washington, and requires working in refrigerated and frozen environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 12 months of relevant experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to use basic laboratory equipment.
• Good knowledge of computer systems.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Adherence to applicable standards, policies, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Accurately complete quality grades using grading standards.
• Enter product identity information for all products produced into an inventory database.
• Perform requested tests and collect samples.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide prompt feedback to appropriate personnel about production-related problems, including excessive defects, mislabeling, package quality issues, downtime, and increased production.
• Record information in logs and databases.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid time off, where applicable.
• Relocation assistance program, where applicable.
• Education assistance, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED