QC Lab Technician 4

Pacific Coast Producers•Salem, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join our team at our Salem facility. PCP is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America. Our Salem facility produces maraschino cherries and other cherry products in various styles, colors, and flavors and employs between 70-100 employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent math skills (must be able to calculate percentages, averages, basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
Complete QC lab test with a minimum score of 80% and demonstrate efficient use of computers and programs.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite; Must be proficient in data entry & 10-key.
Provide attention to detail in the performance of daily duties.
Ability to follow instructions, work within time constraints, and work in a team environment.
Demonstrate high degree of understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and safety rules.
High degree of cleanliness and personal hygiene.
Must possess and maintain a good attendance and performance record.
Able to work varied shifts, including weekends.
Demonstrate strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Utilize communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers.

Responsibilities

Perform routine laboratory tests on brined maraschino cherries, syrups and brine samples. Tests include pH, SO2, brix, preservatives, and microbiological analyses.
Maintain accurate records of all tests and report deviations from specifications.
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies and work area in a clean, organized and hazard-free manner.
Frequent use of computers and programs to look up, enter, monitor, analyze and evaluate data and specifications.
Monitor appropriate fruit and syrup quality to meet specifications.
Sign off/verify various QC documents as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized and hazard-free work area.
Responsible for Food Safety and HACCP program testing and documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Uphold the safety and quality of the facilities and products produced.
Report all food safety issues or concerns to Operations or QA Management.