Quality Technician PM
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. Ready to bring your best? How you will make contributions that matter... Perform physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished goods dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results. Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing of dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results. 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 timeline guidelines. Exceptional organizational skills in order to maintain all QC records and filing. Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents. Ability to 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. Knowledge of consumer complaint investigation process. 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 (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.
Requirements
- (4)-years of demonstrated work experience in a quality control laboratory.
- Strong math skills.
- Strong computer and business skills (Microsoft Office products, email, fax, copy, scanning)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- 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
- 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.
- Routinely collect product samples from production lines as outlined by testing timeline guidelines.
- Maintain all QC records and filing.
- Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents.
- 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.
- 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.
- Complete, pass and maintain specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
