QA Lab Technician

Responsibilities:

• Test samples to ensure product quality, safety, and spec ification compliance

• Audit production and packaging for accuracy in shapes, spec ification s, storage, packaging, labeling and coding

• Identify and manage non-conforming products and food safety hazards, ensuring issues are investigated and recommending solutions

• Maintain records, documentation, and retention samples

• Proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities

Qualifications:

• H igh school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s d egree in food related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.)

• Experience in quality assurance testing

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Crouch, kneel, stoop , r each above shoulder s, b end, balance, climb , work on ladder, push, pull , grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, lift/carry (up to 50 pounds), sit, stand and walk for extended periods

• W ork in dusty , high heat/humidity environment

• Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish object s or equipment visually

• W ork 12-hour shifts