QA Lab Technician

V & V Supremo Foods•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Performs laboratory tests and activities consistent with a viable quality assurance program, including bacteriological, analytical, and organoleptic testing. Maintains recorded documentation for finished product, raw material, and packaging testing, as well as finished product and raw material specifications and standard laboratory and quality procedures. The position works Monday through Friday from 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. and supports quality and food safety activities throughout the plant. The technician is responsible for complying with Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies, procedures, and role requirements, and for following OSHA safety regulations and procedures. Other duties may be assigned by a supervisor or management.

Requirements

3–4 years of experience in the food industry.
High school education.
Computer skills, including databases, Excel, and Word, to prepare reports communicating quality activity outcomes.
Mathematical skills.
Attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Data collection and analysis skills.
Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
Quality-minded approach and good judgment.
Customer-service orientation.
Team-oriented approach.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to comply with SQF policies, procedures, and position requirements.
Ability to follow OSHA safety regulations and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Some post-high-school education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain the hold and release program.
Use proper sampling and analytical techniques.
Complete accurate, orderly, and legible documentation.
Work collaboratively within the quality department and with other departments.
Identify and communicate potential quality and food safety problems.
Prepare samples and perform analytical and microbiological testing.
Maintain testing records.
Support the Positive Release Program.
Monitor GMPs, sanitation procedures, and quality procedures in all plant areas, as directed by QA and/or supervisors.
Maintain sanitary conditions and organize the laboratory.
Monitor laboratory supply inventory and report equipment faults.
Comply with SQF policies, procedures, and position requirements.
Follow OSHA safety regulations and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or management.