2nd Shift Quality Laboratory Technician - New Berlin, United States - Fortress Nutrition

Fortress Nutrition

Verified Company

New Berlin, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Summary:

Working as part of the Quality team and under the supervision of the Quality Supervisor, the
Quality Technician (Canning/Beverage Operations) is responsible for supporting the day-to-day quality and production related activities on our 2nd shift high-speed canning/beverage lines.

Standard Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 2:00pm-10:30pm, OT as needed (12:30am) and 1 mandatory Saturday shift per month.

What You'll Do:

Perform quality control testing and execute basic routine quality assessments of raw materials, inprocess, and finished processed goods.
Collect samples for shipments to thirdparty laboratories.
Perform routine calibrations of laboratory instrumentation; maintain instrument health.
Communicate quality data and provide quality guidance to internal customers.
Ensure all quality documents (MMRs, Cleaning Logs, Test Records, etc.) are properly completed in real time with strict attentiontodetail following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) for accuracy and consistency.
Provide support as needed during audits by regulatory and thirdparty certifying bodies.
Conduct and coordinate facility environmental testing as part of the Internal Environmental Monitoring Program.
Maintain an organized and clean quality laboratory and replenish inventory as needed.
Assist with company programs and initiatives, such as Fortress Nutrition's Calibration Program and customer complaint investigation.
Execute all tasks with sense of urgency and flexibility as required to meet production needs.
Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure that equipment and product quality is maintained at all times.
Crosstrain with Quality Technician team to ensure consistent coverage and to avoid business/operational interruptions.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

HS Diploma or equivalent is required; Postsecondary education, training is preferred
2+ years of demonstrated success in a Quality Control role is required

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2+ years of lab experience working with various instrumentation, including but not limited to auto titrators, pH meters, Brix and density is strongly desired:

Prior experience working in a food, dietary or pharmaceutical supplement manufacturing, or related manufacturing industry is strongly desired
Must be flexible to work overtime as needed to cover gaps in shift handoff
Must be able to work under mínimal supervision while staying on task, adapting to changes in priorities, and demonstrating strong sense of urgency
Proficient user of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Suite Programs
Ability to communicate effectively and timely with operation personnel and leadership
Great problemsolver with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment with multiple deadlines and priorities
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; converse and listen; sit, stand and walk for long periods of time (up to 10 hours in one shift)
Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment weighing up to 50lbs

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