Central Lab Technician (CLT) - 2nd Shift

The CLT is responsible for the quality and integrity of the products being received as well as manufactured. The CLT performs routine QA tests in the laboratory and on the packaging floor by following written directions and procedures while maintaining accurate up to date records of all work performed to assure product and packaging quality.

Major Job Duties:
1) Perform the following in process, finished product and raw material tests: % moisture, % oil, % salt, color, FFA of oil, finished product defect analysis using methods that include, but are not limited to: manual titration, automatic titration, halogen moisture analysis, bench top Near Infrared (NIR) analysis, Agtron analysis, Dicromat II analysis and as specified in the Quality Manual.

2) Perform Laboratory Round checks that include, but are not limited to: verifying seal integrity, proper packaging & seasoning being used, code dates and printed prices, weights.

3) Perform hourly X-Ray monitoring. Investigate kick outs by X-Ray, Metal Detector and all other foreign material found.

4) Place product on hold and complete all deviation and hold paperwork by end of shift.

5) Verify incoming materials (seasonings, salt, oil, potatoes, packaging, etc.) and assemble documentation according to written procedure.

6) Perform complaint investigations and enter them into the appropriate complaint database.

7)Perform retained product analysis.

8)Inspect and swab equipment following cleaning.

9) Ability to do the following tests: nitrogen tests, seals integrity (visual and water tank).

10) Inform supervisor of any issue that may compromise the food safety or quality of the product in a timely manner.

11) Record and/or enter test results in to computer as required by testing done.

12) Maintain clean and safe laboratory environment.

13) Perform roll stock change and product changeover verifications to ensure quality standard is met.

14) Must be able to keep meticulous records and follow the written record keeping and documentation program.

15) May be responsible for assisting in the updates and implementation of the Quality Management System under the supervision of the QA Coordinator.

16) May be responsible for additional special projects under the supervision of the QA Coordinator.

Essential Job Functions:
1) Walk and stand continuously for the full work shift (up to 12 hours).
2) Ability to climb stairs or ladders frequently (at least twice per hour).
3) Ability to repetitively lift, carry and stack cases weighing up to 10lbs and lift 35lbs on occasion.
4) Accurately complete and record test results.
5) Strong critical thinking skills.
6) Ability to create, graph, and analyze statistics.
7) Work safely around moving machinery.
8) Effective written and verbal communication with other team members and supervisors.
9) Follow written and verbal directions.
10) Work cautiously on slippery floors.
11) Work in noise – wear hearing protection.
12) Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
13) Detail oriented and a self-starter.
14) Work 40 hours per 5 day week and overtime as needed.
15) Complete required quality checks in the allotted time frame.
16) Excellent investigative skills.
17) Dependable attendance.
18) Adhere to relevant health and safety procedures.

The above job description is not inclusive of all job duties. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

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