Food Quality Lab Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Albuquerque (NM); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking QA laboratory staff to test products, set up samples, and support quality programs. You will calibrate equipment, record results, and ensure documentation meets SOPs. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities include testing batches, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to continuous quality improvements across production stages. Excellent record-keeping and teamwork are expected.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent with food manufacturing, lab, QA, or related work experience
• Up to 1 year of QA laboratory experience preferred
• Certification/licensing may be required during employment (e.g., Better Processing Certificate)

Responsabilidades

• Ensure batch preparation and QC activities meet specs and standards
• Test incoming/outgoing products for compliance
• Perform sample setup, sorting, prep, and cleanup
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation as directed
• Notify supervisor of out-of-range values and trends in quality
• Maintain lab records and documentation with required info
• Prepare reports of results and maintain process control data
• Participate in meetings, suggesting task improvements and equipment changes
• Perform daily cleaning and CIP tasks; assist with general cleanup
• Follow GMP and safety regulations and company policies

Conhecimentos

Lab equipment

MS Office

Calculations

GMP procedures

Record keeping

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-direction

Formação académica

High school diploma

Post-secondary education related to food science

Better Processing Certificate (optional)

Ferramentas

Lab equipment

Microsoft Office

Company computer systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking QA laboratory staff to test products, set up samples, and support quality programs. You will calibrate equipment, record results, and ensure documentation meets SOPs. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities include testing batches, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to continuous quality improvements across production stages. Excellent record-keeping and teamwork are expected.