QA Lab Sensory Technician - Part Time 2nd Shift

Requisition ID: 268083

Locations: Charlotte

Pay Range: $21.80 - $23.48 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule: PART TIME, 2nd Shift, Monday - Thursday, 2pm - 8pm.

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Job Overview

The Quality Assurance Lab Sensory Technician will coordinate the collection of product samples in preparation for sensory tests by panelists and maintain the Electronic NOSE sensory lab instrument; may perform microbial testing, laboratory equipment calibrations, lab supply inventory, and ordering, and provide QA Technician support as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the collection of product samples in preparation for sensory tests performed by panelists to ensure adherence to company sensory requirements
• Coordinate sampling, plating, and analysis of microbial results according to company quality assurance requirements and support the QA Lab Technician as needed
• Maintains sensory and microbial testing and equipment calibration records and results through data entry into Lab Data Management System (LDMS)
• Performs calibration and diagnostic maintenance of lab equipment, including the Electronic NOSE (Neotronics Olfactory Sensing Equipment) sensory instrument
• Manages the ordering and inventorying of laboratory supplies used for sensory and microbial testing and analysis

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to follow work instructions and adhere to standard operating procedures
• Understanding of a laboratory environment and practices preferred
• Basic math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Familiar with High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) Technology
• Basic microbial knowledge and aseptic techniques
• Basic computer skills and hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to multitask
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with seasonal temperatures, flexible shifts, and weekend and holiday work based on business needs unless specified otherwise by a CBA
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk manufacturing floor, climb stairs, and lift, up to 25lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience
• Hands-on Microsoft Excel experience
• Manufacturing experience

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.