QA LAB TECH

Job Description: 

The QA Tech is responsible for efficiently and accurately performing tasks related to the testing of product, setting of samples, and follow-thru on several Quality Assurance programs.    

• Familiarity with all applicable equipment and provide quality inspections on all related items. 

• Perform of microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items as required. 
• Involvement in product weight control, antibiotic testing, lab equipment maintenance and calibration and lab sanitation. 
• Maintain communication with other departments and employees as to notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production. 
• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Obtain and maintain State certification for antibiotic testing within company guidelines. 

• Responsible for adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements 
• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production. 
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s. 
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. 
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. 

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area. 
• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. 
• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. 
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

 

OUR QUALILTY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$23.02 per hour

 

SCHEDULE:

Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM

 

BENEFITS:

Union pension plan and 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution*
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays*
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee rewards*
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement*
Uniforms provided
Work for dairy farm families
*Varies by company and governing CBAs

Qualifications

Job Requirements:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
• Associates or Bachelors degree in related field preferred. 
• 1 years related experience required 
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. 

• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred. 
• Has the ability to flavor milk based, sugar based, and caffeine based products. 
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually the entire shift. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally including overhead. 
• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Exposure to chemicals. May have exposure to eggs, strawberries, milk products and nuts. 
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays