Quality Technician (3rd shift 11pm -7:30am) Quality Technician (3rd shift 11pm -7:30am)

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

Provide professional support by performing and timely communicating the necessary quality tests and analyses required for product safety and quality. Conduct analyses of incoming materials, in-line samples, semi-finished product, and finished product to assess their conformance to established quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma Required
Expertise in relevant laboratory analyses
Ability to work flexible hours
Problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field Preferred
Previous experience in another laboratory or analytical experience is an asset Preferred
SAP experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs Microbiological, Chemical, and/or Physical Testing of Incoming Materials, In-Line samples, Semi-finished, Finished Products, Environmental monitoring, Investigational samples.
Completes cleaning and general maintenance of laboratory and work area.
Performs periodic maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and equipment.
Conducts internal and external analytical reporting.
Monitors material and reagent inventory, orders and stocks laboratory supplies.
Comprehends and follows Nestle Good Laboratory Practices, Laboratory Safety Standards, and Biosafety/Biosecurity Protocols.
Completes review of laboratory data to ensure accuracy.
Performs method monitoring through control charting and investigates trends.
Performs analyses to support qualification / validation / verification protocols.
Provides routine communication with Factory Operations and Internal support functions to report testing status and results.
Trains new and existing lab personnel on methods and procedures.
Follow factory safety & environmental objectives & targets.
Follow the plant safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately.
Maintain compliance with regulations and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.
Understand the environmental aspects of the position and take action to reduce these environmental impacts by conserving paper, electricity, water etc.
Will also recycle all appropriate materials (paper, plastic, food, etc.)
Follow factory food safety, quality objectives & targets.
Follow Nestle Good Manufacturing Practices, report food safety and quality issues immediately.
Maintain compliance with regulations and refer to Nestle Quality Management System on all related procedures and programs.
Understand the food safety and quality aspects of the position as indicated on QMS, OJT's and SOP's that apply.
Understand and apply the principles of NCE and continuous improvement in the work area.
Maintain a clean and 5S compliant work area.
Engagement in in NCE practices as needed (SHO, DOR, WOR, GSTD, DMAIC, TPM).