Quality Laboratory Technician INTERN

REPORTS TO: Quality Assurance ManagerLOCATION: Fairless Hills, PA FacilityJob Purpose Summary:This position is responsible for laboratory operations and to ensure that finished product meets food safety and quality expectationsThis position will also be responsible for special projects as assigned (Quality/Food Safety Related)Essential Responsibilities:Perform of microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items as required.Maintain laboratory equipment and calibration program.Visually inspect and sample plant equipment for microbiological and ATP sanitation standardsInput quality testing data for each load and verify resultsPull aseptic samples for microbiological examination by QA ManagerEnsure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format.Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.Participate in quarterly split sample testing for all personnel authorized at the facilityMaintain lab supply inventoryMaintain the laboratory in a clean, audit ready state at all times.Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.Perform document scanning and archiving as required.Cover other quality functions as required.Travel:No travel requiredMinimum QualificationsEducationAssociates Degree orIn Progress Biology/Food Safety Degree or Related Degree Experience:Experience in Food Manufacturing with Food Science I Technology or equivalent experience preferredPrevious experience in food manufacturing environment with laboratory testing and sampling experience PreferredExperience in microbiology, GMP's, chemistry, design, sanitation and quality systems preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must be adaptable and flexibleMust be organized and analyticalExcellent communication skillsAbility to work independentlyExcellent recordkeeping in documentation skillsBasic understanding of microbiological and chemistry testing proceduresBasic understanding of laboratory testing equipmentNonessential Qualifications:Ability to speak and/ or write English. Spanish speaking and writing is desiredMaterials and Equipment Directly Used:Office machinery including: computers, printers, fax machines, copiers, etc.Microsoft Office Suite and Access.Basic Laboratroy Equipment: pH meters, spectrophotometer, refractive index, laminer flow hoods, pipets, etc.Working Environment I Physical Demands:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands:Requires prolonged sitting and standing, bending, stooping and climbing.Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and laboratory equipment.Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and laboratory results.Requires lifting up to 50 pounds. Requires exposure to machines, chemicals and solvents.Work Environment:Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people.Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes in this position.Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.Ability to give, to receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans and prepare written materials Dependant on experience.and articulate goals and action plans.Must understand people and be able to communicate effectively.Ability to do basic math calculations, input data into a computer and analyze data is required.Work Hours: 20 hours per week maximumBenefits:This role does not qualify for benefitsPI1623c3d9acf7-31181-38986864

Created: 2025-11-07