Shift Quality Resource

Colgate•Clinton, OK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the job is to provide support to the Plant Quality Team by completing quality-related tasks in respect to the testing of inbound raw materials, the sampling and testing of in-process finished goods, compositing finished product samples for microbiological testing, recording and organizing data. Meet objectives established to achieve Key Performance Indicators and fulfill internal and external regulatory requirements. Continuously improve processes and procedures to further quality initiatives across the facility. Identify and report Food Safety issues to management. Understand and comply with Hill’s policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
1 + year practical working experience with Good Laboratory Practices, including general understanding of safe laboratory procedures.
Ability to provide support on all shifts, including weekends as needed
Computer application experience in Google / Microsoft systems
Planning, prioritizing and organizational skills/project management skills
Strong interpersonal and communications skills
Problem assessment and problem solving skills
Independent and Teamwork capabilities
Proficient in reviewing and interpreting data
Excellent ability to multitask and prioritize duties
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent at using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with processes and standards.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climb, handle/use potentially hazardous chemicals, and lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes, such as hot to cold, dust, dirt and chemicals.
Standing on a concrete floor
Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, beard net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes and uniform)

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Biology or other science related field.
1+ year of previous quality/food science experience in a manufacturing environment
Prior work experience in a college level laboratory or a Co-op or intern experience in a lab.
Familiarity with lab "testing" and/or microbial testing procedure.

Responsibilities

Complete routine analytical chemical testing while maintaining good laboratory practices and working safely.
Analyze ingredients and finished products for the analytes specified in the product or ingredient specification utilizing approved lab methods.
Provide assistance for the following programs to ensure timely completion and accurate documentation: Lab Equipment Calibration and Verification programs, Check Sample programs, IQ/OQ/PQ documents, Laboratory Training program, Lab Audit Checklist/Quality Practices, Laboratory Safety Audit, Laboratory Sanitation, and Retention program of ingredients and finished products.
Organize data and results of finished product analytical and Positive Release programs to facilitate timely release of product in compliance with the finished product release SOP.
Maintain reference samples for all finished products , ingredients and conduct finished product packaging testing as required.
Assist with completion of non-conformances, deviations and waivers as required.

Benefits

Sign-On bonus / Internal Referral Program After 90 days, $500 Dollars; After 180 days, $500 Dollars
medical
dental
vision
basic life insurance
paid parental leave
disability coverage
participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours)
13 paid holidays
Paid sick leave