Quality Technician

Integrated Proteins, LLC•Saint Joseph, MO

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician performs standardized product tests, supports the retain-sample program, completes documentation, and helps maintain laboratory equipment and workspace. The role communicates product specification concerns, safety and quality issues, and laboratory supply needs to production staff, management, and quality leadership. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least one year of laboratory experience.
Proficiency with Office 365, primarily Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.
Reliable, organized, efficient, and attentive to detail.
Clear verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to sit, stand, kneel, walk, reach, squat, push, pull, and climb stairs for extended periods.
Ability to work from elevated surfaces and/or in confined spaces for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform standardized tests on the product.
Immediately notify production and management when product is out of specification.
Assist in managing the retain program.
Create retain samples for all inbound and outbound loads and store them for six months.
Complete paperwork as directed using good documentation practices.
Monitor the shared lab email inbox and ensure emails are answered in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean and orderly workspace and keep the lab neat and clean.
Perform regular cleaning and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Notify the Lead and Quality Manager when supplies are running low.
Provide information to production staff and management when requested.
Communicate safety or quality concerns to plant management and corporate quality.
Perform other duties as assigned.