Quality Lab Technician (3rd Shift)
About The Position
Ornua Ingredients North America custom formulates and manufactures a complete line of pasteurized process cheese products. As a Quality Technician, you will perform inspections and procedures related to Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs, and will assist the department in performing and documenting all regulatory compliance requirements. The Lab Technician works closely with production staff in reporting any out-of-specification products, ingredients, or conditions as soon as possible. They will work cross-functionally to ensure all employees follow GMP’s and Quality protocols as defined by local, state, and federal regulations. Your contributions will strengthen our operations, support our culture of continuous improvement, and help Ornua deliver high-quality products enjoyed by consumers around the world.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Must be dependable and demonstrate a stable work history
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, including verbal, written, listening, reading comprehension, and basic computer skills
- Basic math skills
- Authorization to work in the U.S. required
Nice To Haves
- Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry degree preferred
- General knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), Sanitation, and Production preferred
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Responsibilities
- Set up and calibrate lab equipment
- Check the Production line at the beginning of each new product to ensure that the proper raw materials and ingredients are being used
- Check the Packaging line at the beginning of each product run to ensure proper product labeling and identification
- Perform required on-line testing (Fat, Moisture, pH, etc.) during Production to ensure that products will function and conform to specifications
- Communicate with Production staff regarding formula adjustments
- Perform finished product testing on samples the following production day which includes: Melt, Flavor, Color, Functionality and Microbiological testing
- Generate reports on all finished products following testing
- Conduct additional customer-specific testing on finished products (Sauce, Viscosity, Water Activity, etc.)
- Perform environmental swabbing on a weekly basis
- Obtain cheese samples of incoming raw materials for analytical testing
- Obtain and prepare hot product samples for pathogen testing
- Demonstrate adherence to the site’s Safety and GMP practices
- Completing COAs
- Product Formula generation
- Any others assigned by management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
