Quality Lab Tech

Ornua Co-operative Limited•Town of Lincoln, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Lab Tech (also referred to in the description as FSQ Tech I) works closely with production staff to report out-of-specification products, ingredients, or conditions as soon as possible. The role works cross-functionally to support employee compliance with GMPs and quality protocols defined by local, state, and federal regulations. The successful candidate is highly motivated, organized, and willing to learn. The position performs and learns inspection and analytical procedures; contributes to quality and food safety programs, audits, and projects; and applies customer expectations and Food Safety and Quality standards to protect customer and regulatory requirements. Work is performed in a food manufacturing facility with variable temperatures, moving equipment, and moderate to loud noise. The role requires regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, repetitive motions, and lifting up to 60 pounds. This is a full-time position at the Whitehall West location, scheduled Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to midnight, with overtime as necessary. The listed pay is $20.50 plus a 10% shift differential, with the posting stating a total of $20.55.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to understand, speak, and write in English.
Ability to accurately calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, averages, density, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
Experience with dairy.
Regularly stand, walk, bend, twist, push, pull, and lift up to 60 pounds; perform repetitive motions; and safely operate equipment while following safety and quality procedures.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry.
General knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), sanitation, and production.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Efficiently learn and retain knowledge about inspection and analytical procedures.
Contribute to special projects as assigned by the FSQ Lead.
Contribute to the Positive Release and Hold Program.
Assist SQF Practitioner(s) with Food Safety Program review in preparation for SQF audits.
Perform Redzone QMS inspections.
Become trained in and perform internal audits.
Understand and enforce facility GMP and safety requirements.
Immediately inform upper management of food safety risks or significant non-conformances and take action to maintain the integrity and efficacy of the Food Safety and Food Adulteration/Food Defense programs.
Apply knowledge of customer expectations and Food Safety and Quality standards to protect customer and regulatory requirements.
Assist with decision-making, risk assessment, troubleshooting, and problem solving.
Complete tasks assigned by the FSQ Lead.