Lab Technician

PLANT- LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

This position assists in the maintenance of the company’s food safety & quality programs and coordinates with quality assurance and operations to fulfill company, regulatory, and customer requirements. Position works in close coordination with the QA Manager to guarantee compliance with SOPs and GMPs. 

Wages: Hourly

Job Status: Full Time

Shift: 3^rd  

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Mixing and measuring exact amounts of chemical reagents and/or food products and accurately read results of such tests. 
• Performs analytical testing including micro plating, pH measurements, chemical titrations, organoleptic evaluations, and more
• Uses tables, mathematical equations, computer programs (i.e. Microsoft), or other equipment to evaluate test results and standardize is necessary to government and company standards.
• Keeps records and logs maintained of all analytical testing 
• Monitors finished product production by visual and physical inspection 
• Generates COAs based on lab results 
• Operates laboratory equipment, including performing calibrations, for each piece of equipment utilized in the Food Safety and Quality Program. 
• Complies with GLPs, GMPs, Safety, and Work Policies. 
• Notifies immediate supervisor if deviations occur

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt effectively with a continually changing and demanding environment
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods and navigate wet floors
• May be expected to lift up to 50 lbs. 
• This job required good corrected vision and hearing

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in Life Sciences or Associate degree with 0-2 years of related experience in quality control, quality assurance, regulation, biological sciences, audited quality and/or food safety programs
• Prior lab testing experience preferred (school, dairy, food, etc.)