QA Lab Tech (3rd Shift)

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The Laboratory Technician in Franklin WI will be a key stakeholder for a new 340,000 square foot conversion facility that is slated to open in 2023 and will play an integral part of Saputo’s strategy to optimize its cheese network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area.

The Technician’s responsibilities, as the subject matter expert of the production shift, actively monitors production areas to inspect product quality, sample and analyze against established specification and controls. Documents and reports to leadership on any or potential quality deviation and recommends corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

• Collects samples and perform physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished goods dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines.  Ability to apply and interpret results.

• Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing of dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results.

• Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification analytical test results. Follow established notification protocol.

• Routinely collect product samples from production lines as outlined by testing requirements.

• Exceptional organizational skills to maintain all QC records and filing.

• Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents and enter data into system.

• Ability to prepare various stock solutions used in the laboratory.

• Calibrate and maintain all lab testing equipment.

• Perform environmental control swabbing after clean-up and CIP/SIP.  Report any deviations.

• Knowledge of consumer complaint investigation process.

• Support internal and external audits.

• Support mock and product recall program guidelines.

• Prepare and process production records to isolate any out of specification product including any product deviations from standard, on-hold, regulatory holds, etc.

• Prepare and distribute customer certificates of analysis.

• Must be proficient with all quality control functions throughout the facility.

• Must be able to complete, pass and maintain specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (CDFA, DFA Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).

• Perform good laboratory housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.

• Comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP’s).

• Comply with federal, state, and local dairy food regulations.

• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Company Values.

• Work together professionally with co-workers and other department personnel.

• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• Experience with food quality specifications, physical and analytical testing, process control monitoring and positive release documentation or similar experience with strict adherence to protocol is preferred.

• Associate’s degree with a concentration in Food or Dairy Science, preferred.

• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.

• A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.)

• Ability to pass and successfully maintain regulatory certification, as required.

• Demonstrates professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times.

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.

• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.

• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures.

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