QC Lab Technician-2nd shift

Furmano's•Northumberland, PA

6d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

At Furmano Foods, you’ll become part of a family-owned business with a purpose far greater than profit. Rooted in faith and tradition since 1921, we are passionate about producing quality, nutritious food, serving others with humility, and stewarding the land for future generations. As a values-driven organization, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact. If you’re looking for a workplace that values its people and promotes a strong sense of purpose, we’d love to have you join our team! Check out our available opportunity below. QUALITY ASSURANCE LAB TECHNICIAN Responsibilities: 1. The grading of finished product, following USDA standards or customer specifications whichever apply. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec. 2. Grading of raw materials, dry beans, sweeteners, vinegar, etc.. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec. 3. In process grading of different products, i.e. green beans, bean salad, tomato products, dry beans, etc. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec. 4. Grading of Co- pack products, communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec. 5. Calibration of lab equipment. 6. Canning of dry bean samples and dry bean shipments. 7. Help with product cuttings. 8. Maintain cleanliness in work area and lab. 9. Other functions that may be required by Supervisor. 10. Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by acting professionally, communicating, and helping co-workers. Skills and Abilities: 1. Must be able to follow directions. 2. Must be cooperative and maintain a team spirit. 3. Basic knowledge of Mathematics necessary 4. Must be able to be trained on the different lab equipment. 5. Sensory skills – a plus 6. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with personnel on the floor as well as Supervision. 7. Must be meticulous and detail-oriented. Physical Requirements: Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement: Ø Occasional - 1/3 or less Ø Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3 Ø Continuous – 2/3 or more Standing : Frequent Walking : Occasional Sitting : Occasional Lifting : Occasional Carrying : Occasional Climbing : Occasional Climbing Stairs : Occasional Climbing ladders : NA Crawling : NA Working in kneeling position : NA Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above : Minimal Twisting and Turning : Frequent Reaching : Occasional to frequent Bending : Occasional Driving : NA Pushing and Pulling : Occasional Hand Movement : Manual dexterity Ø Simple grasping: Frequent Ø Fine manipulation: Frequent Operating Equipment : Frequent- lab equipment Position Requirements: NA The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned by the manager of this position.

Requirements

Must be able to follow directions.
Must be cooperative and maintain a team spirit.
Basic knowledge of Mathematics necessary
Must be able to be trained on the different lab equipment.
Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with personnel on the floor as well as Supervision.
Must be meticulous and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Sensory skills – a plus
Lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

The grading of finished product, following USDA standards or customer specifications whichever apply. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec.
Grading of raw materials, dry beans, sweeteners, vinegar, etc.. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec.
In process grading of different products, i.e. green beans, bean salad, tomato products, dry beans, etc. Communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec.
Grading of Co- pack products, communicate with proper personnel if product does not meet spec.
Calibration of lab equipment.
Canning of dry bean samples and dry bean shipments.
Help with product cuttings.
Maintain cleanliness in work area and lab.
Other functions that may be required by Supervisor.
Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by acting professionally, communicating, and helping co-workers.