QA LAB TECHNICIAN

V&V Supremo Foods Inc•Chicago, IL

2d•$21 - $27

About The Position

The QA Lab Technician performs laboratory tests and activities that support a viable quality assurance program. Testing may include bacteriological, analytical, and organoleptic methods. The role 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 technician monitors hold-and-release activities, prepares samples, performs analytical and microbiological testing, and communicates potential quality or food-safety problems. The role also supports compliance with Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, OSHA safety requirements, GMPs, sanitation procedures, and quality procedures throughout the plant. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.

Requirements

Three to four 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-mindedness and good judgment.
Customer-service orientation.
Team-oriented approach.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to comply with applicable 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.
Maintain complete, orderly, accurate, and legible documentation.
Work with the quality department and other departments.
Identify and communicate potential quality and food-safety problems.
Prepare samples and maintain testing records.
Perform analytical and microbiological testing.
Support the Positive Release Program.
Comply with applicable SQF policies, procedures, and position requirements.
Monitor GMPs, sanitation procedures, and quality procedures in all plant areas.
Maintain sanitary laboratory conditions, organize the lab, monitor supply inventory, and report equipment faults.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.
Follow OSHA safety regulations and procedures.