QA/ Laboratory Technician

Job description:

· Follow appropriate methods and SOPS on all tasks. Maintain quality control records.

· Ensure laboratory equipment’s are maintained and calibrated.

· Responsible for accurate performance of testing, recording and sampling of products and ingredients.

· To perform the analysis and pass the information in a timely and accurate flow to the plant staff and management is required.

· To perform tank breaking, monitoring pH, pre-op inspections including visual, ATP and micro swabbing.

· Basic microbiology plating and chemistry testing.

· Read, calculate, record data in Laboratory Data System (QA Studio).

· Read, enter and evaluate process control samples

· Some science background or 2-3 years of experience.

· Basic lab equipment and analytical knowledge is needed.

· A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to analyze the content of samples.

· A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment.

· Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

· Proficient in computer skills including Excel, Word, Emails, etc.

Physical demands:

· Frequent standing, walking, use of hands, climbing ladders.

· Infrequent crouching, talking /hearing, tasting/smelling and sitting. Frequent lifting/moving up to 40 pounds.

· Loud work environment

Coast Personnel Services is a privately held staffing company with offices across the United States. Since 1988, the company has specialized in providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions to businesses in various industries. The company works closely with both job seekers and clients to understand their needs and requirements, and to match them with the right job opportunities. Coast Personnel Services aims to provide its clients with top-quality staffing solutions and to help job seekers find meaningful and fulfilling work.