Quality Control Tech Days - $2000 Sign On Bonus - Norwich, NY

Kerry•City of Norwich, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Tech is responsible for testing, documenting, and releasing raw materials and finished products for Kerry’s Norwich, New York manufacturing site in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Kerry Standard Operating Procedures, and product specifications. The Norwich location is part of Kerry’s Applied Health and Nutrition Division and produces proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors. This is an onsite, first-shift position working 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some weekends may be required. The role participates in an on-call schedule once every six weeks, for up to four hours or less on one occasion as needed. The pay rate is $25.00 per hour. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is mentioned in the job title. The position performs evaluations of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products; supports investigations and special testing; maintains laboratory equipment and product specifications; and reviews production batch records. It also includes entering test data and product releases in SAP, handling hazardous waste, and promoting safe work practices. Kerry offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, an Employee Share Plan, and life, disability, and accident insurance.

Requirements

A degree is preferred; an associate of applied science degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
One to two years of laboratory experience is preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent math, language, and writing skills, including the ability to speak, hear, communicate, read, and clearly write English.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of computer systems.

Nice To Haves

Microbiology or analytical experience.
Microbiology and aseptic techniques.
GMP and manufacturing experience.
Experience with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and SAP.

Responsibilities

Perform sensory, physical, chemical, microbiological, and/or instrumental evaluations of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, and release materials according to SOPs and specifications.
Support investigations of internal and external non-conformities.
Develop and maintain raw material and finished product specifications.
Perform special testing for the Logistics Department, Product Development, Purchasing, and other departments.
Perform calibrations and qualifications on laboratory equipment and maintain equipment in the Quality Control Laboratories.
Review Production Batch Records, in hard copy and in SAP, to ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures.
Demonstrate safety leadership by observing and enforcing safety rules and practices, encouraging safe work behaviors, and promptly correcting unsafe conditions and behavior.
Handle hazardous waste.
Enter testing data and release products in SAP.
Perform other laboratory duties as required.