Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

CITIZEN CIDER LLC•Burlington, VT

134d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician is responsible for assisting in the analysis of raw materials, in-process cider, and finished cider at all steps in the cider making and packaging process, including sensory analysis of cider and raw materials.

Requirements

Previous lab experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to think critically and adapt.
Strong leadership skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Must be self-motivated and work independently

Nice To Haves

experience in a food manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Complete daily sugar analysis on fermenting tanks (Y15 / Hydrometer)
assist on packaging line between checks
Adjust fermentation temperatures as needed to maintain packaging schedule
Complete daily sensory checks on fermenting tanks, tanks to be filtered, and brite tanks
Work with QA manager to take corrective action on any tanks with sensory faults
Complete analysis of sulfite levels on post cross-flowed cider and finished products
Work with cellar and production coordinators to plan filter and cider movements to best suit business needs
Work with QA manager to implement and maintain quality systems
Assist in quality trainings
GMPs
Sensory
OJT Audits
Yeast and mold plating of sterile filtered products
Analysis of incoming sweet juice to determine appropriate additions of nutrients pre-fermentation
Assist QA manager and R&D with specialty projects as necessary
Training staff for lab coverage