Quality Assurance Lab Technician - C Shift (Day)

Saputo • Delhi, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. This role involves collecting samples and performing physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished goods dairy food products. It also includes performing microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing, identifying and communicating out-of-specification results, and maintaining QC records. The technician will also prepare stock solutions, calibrate and maintain lab equipment, perform environmental control swabbing, and support investigations and audits. Proficiency in all quality control functions, adherence to regulations, and maintaining good laboratory housekeeping are essential. The role also requires preparing production records, distributing certificates of analysis, and complying with company ethics and values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to apply and interpret results.
• Ability to pass and successfully maintain regulatory certification, as required.
• Strong math skills.
• Strong computer and business skills (SAP, Microsoft Office products, email, copy, scanning)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree with a concentration in Food or Dairy Science preferred.
• Previous experience with food quality specifications, process control monitoring and positive release documentation or similar experience with strict adherence to protocol is preferred.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• An working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Collects samples and perform physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished goods dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines.
• Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing of dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines.
• Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification analytical test results.
• Follow established notification protocol.
• Routinely collect product samples from production lines as outlined by testing requirements.
• Maintain all QC records and filing.
• Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents and enter data into system.
• Prepare various stock solutions used in the laboratory.
• Calibrate and maintain all lab testing equipment.
• Perform environmental control swabbing after clean-up and CIP/SIP.
• Report any deviations.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Support mock and product recall program guidelines.
• Prepare and process production records to isolate any out of specification product including any product deviations from standard, on-hold, regulatory holds, etc.
• Prepare and distribute customer certificates of analysis.
• Must be proficient with all quality control functions throughout the facility.
• Must be able to complete, pass and maintain specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (CDFA, DFA Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).
• Perform good laboratory housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP’s).
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Company Values.
• Work together professionally with co-workers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

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