Shift Lab Technician

Job description

The Lab Technician position is primarily responsible for the testing of the physical and chemical properties of in-process manufactured goods as well as finished products, and to compare the results to written specification requirements to ensure compliance with company, regulatory, and customer specifications. May additionally assist in performing research and development (R &

D) functions, and the calibration of existing laboratory testing equipment.

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of raw materials, in-process materials, environmental samples, and finished product.
• Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
• Interpret testing results and compare to established specifications and control limits. Provide in-process information to production personnel in a proactive manner to aid in the manufacture of a consistent, high-quality product.
• Immediately report questionable test results; investigate failures and assist in the recommendation of corrective actions.
• Segregate conforming product from non-conforming product.
• Responsible for all sample requests, including accurately maintain legible records (hand‑written, in English) of testing results, logs, or other documentation and record‑keeping as required by State or governmental guidance, and Company or customer standards and expectations.
• Performs all fats and BHT testing.
• Prepare all USDA product(s) for inspection and shipment.
• Responsible for Approved Supplier Program.
• Responsible for Heavy Metal and Pesticide Testing Program.
• Responsible for Calibration Program.
• Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment by inspecting, calibrating, cleaning, or sterilizing as necessary. (Balance scale calibration each time the scale is moved, or a minimum of once a week).
• Provide assistance to production personnel, quality control, quality assurance, food scientists, and sanitation as needed.
• Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems.
• Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory and audit submissions.
• Demonstrate good attendance, and the ability to work independently with little or no supervision after training.
• Maintain a safe work environment; know and follow all Company safety expectations. Will be required to attend all mandatory safety meetings and training meetings.
• Perform basic first aid for minor injuries and accidents.
• Must adhere to company guidelines for good manufacturing practices (GMP's), good laboratory practices (GLP's), and Food Safety.
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or deemed necessary.

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing utilizing the English language.
• Must be able to closely follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to read and understand Safety Data Sheets.
• Ability to conduct tests, and perform inspections of products or processes for quality control purposes.
• Knowledge of the preparation of dehydrated medium for plating.
• Ability to operate an autoclave; use of indicators and temperature recorders – document the use of such equipment and tools.
• Prepare positive and negative controls in an aseptic manner.
• Knowledge of reagents and media used for testing; record reagents and media used; record the sterilization of materials.
• Understanding of scale calibration, weights, measures, and testing procedures (immunoassays, pour plate, spread plate, dilutions, petrifilm, etc.).
• Basic understanding of a Windows‑based computer and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• This position requires quantitative skills and knowledge of math functions including (but not limited to) percentages and decimals.

Education must be of such level as to allow for the accurate reading, writing, calculation and communication of the required materials and instructions to complete the job responsibilities of the Analytical Lab Technician. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Analytical Lab Technicians are required to undergo a minimum of an 80 hour…