Quality Control Lab Technicians - Flemington, United States - Johanna Foods, Inc.

Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for collecting, inspecting, and testing Raw Materials and Finished products with regard to food safety.

Johanna Foods Compensation:

• Compensation up to $21.00/hour, based on skills, experience, qualifications, and testing
• Premium healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account
• Company paid life insurance, vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Full-time, 40-hour work week plus overtime opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Obtains samples from in-process and packaging lines for inspection and testing
• Performs tests to keep the lab in compliance with FDA lab requirements
• Testing includes but is not limited to, pH, Total Solids, Brix, Butterfat, Gerber Method, ATP, and Chemical Titrations
• Conducts calibrations of instruments and devices within the quality assurance department as well as specific production instruments; keeps records of these calibrations
• Maintains conformance to SQF standards by completing tasks and maintaining the work in a sanitary manner
• Provides the same laboratory expertise and performance necessary to analyze finished products within their specifications for microbiological, chemical, physical, and organoleptic requirements
• Monitors products to assure quality is being controlled
• Ensures compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit's food safety and security programs to support essential manufacturing strategies and practices
• Serves as Alternate to other QC Technicians to ensure effective coverage of the Safe Quality Food responsibilities pertaining to that position
• Special assignments upon request of the Quality Assurance Manager or Supervisor

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School diploma, some College preferred
• Prior Quality Control experience preferred
• Prior understanding of the PMO, HACCP, and SQF systems preferred
• Requires the ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic computations
• Skilled in basic computer operation and ability to use Microsoft Excel
• Able to work independently with little oversight concerning routine tasks
• Able to work in group settings as needed
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills
• Maintain a clean and organized work area that promotes safety and efficiency
• Able to work varied shifts, including weekends