Quality Lab Technician

Evaluates statistical data for reasonability, to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Ensures food safety, legality, quality and authenticity of all products produced. Conduct quality inspections of equipment, materials, and processes. Conduct routine HACCP (FSP) inspections. Conduct plant inspections of both product and processes, as prescribed by FSQR Manager. Perform calibration of laboratory and foreign material detection equipment, where applicable. Complete analytical test method validation studies. Responsible for analytical testing of in-process and finished product testing according to prescribed procedures and logging of data into database. Test incoming materials and ingredients according to testing schedule. Performs all duties in safe manner observing all EHS standards and laboratory safety guidelines. Performs and maintains legible records of preventative maintenance for all laboratory equipment on prescribed basis. Maintain FSQR document storage and backup system. Provide back-up support for other FSQR technicians on an as needed basis (including vacation/absence coverage). Work flexible hours and provide after-hours support including weekend operations, as required. Assures compliance with environmental regulations and reports any and all excursions. Maintains current First Aid, CPR/ AED Certification; Blood borne Pathogen Training to provide assistance as required. Assists with training new employees and assures all employees are kept current in their training. Apply online at: Highly self-motivated, high energy and ability to work independently and team contributor and collaborator, show initiative, and drive positive change in system, processes, and culture. Strong knowledge of International Safety Protocol (ISP) and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), Standards and Regulatory Requirements of FDA, FSMA, HACCP Programs. Ability to understand and comply with all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable local/state/federal regulations. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and able to manage conflict in a stressful environment Able to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work with cross-functional teams and ability to work successfully under pressure in a fast paced and challenging site environment. Strong interpersonal skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications-Blood borne Pathogen Training High School diploma or GED equivalent, required. Associate or bachelor's degree, preferred. Minimum of three (3) years related lab experience, preferred. Experience with HACCP, GMPs and BRC, preferred. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel). Frequent exposure to industrial operations such as temperature changes, dust derived from processing, moving machinery and equipment such as front-end loader/forklift, moisture. Light to moderate physical lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds without assistance, when required. Regularly required to sit or stand, reach and move about the facility. Work performed in a plant environment.

Created: 2025-11-21