LAB TECHNICIAN II

McCormick & Company; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The French's Food Company, a subsidiary of McCormick & Company, is seeking a full-time Lab Technician for its Springfield, MO plant. You will rotate between laboratory testing and on-floor quality checks under the QA Team Manager.

Responsibilities include analytical testing of raw and finished products, instrument operation, data recording in SAP/SharePoint, and ensuring products meet specifications. Strong attention to detail and GMP knowledge required.

Qualifications

• Judgement based on analysis of information.
• Strong understanding and practice of Good Laboratory Practices.
• College coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, etc. (or 3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Color vision required.
• Attention to detail in evaluative judgments from factual information.
• Resolve problems by applying technical experience and precedents.
• Demonstrate McCormick’s High Performance Organization Competencies and attendance requirements.
• Acceptable Attendance Required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Analytical Testing of both raw and finished products.
• Use a variety of test methods and instrumentation (e.g., titrator, pH meter, scale, viscometer, HPLC, moisture analyzer).
• Examine and test samples and record results in paper, logbooks, and computer entries (SAP, SharePoint).
• Interpret data and advise manufacturing to meet specifications.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Participate in proficiency testing and quality assurance activities.
• Perform lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Audit production lines for key quality attributes (codes, weights, metal detection, packaging).
• Troubleshoot operational issues such as foreign material and supplier issues.
• Coordinate quarantine and Quality Notification issuance for finished goods or supplier issues.
• Communicate test results and performance metrics to Operations to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Operations to prevent production stoppages.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings as needed.
• Provide MAC support as directed by QA leadership.
• Coordinate Raw Material Release with Supply/Planning teams.
• Complete shift tasks and overtime as required.
• Promote safety and identify unsafe actions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good Laboratory Practices

Chemistry

Biology

Microbiology

Communication skills

Color vision

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attendance

Education

College coursework in Chemistry/ Biology/ Microbiology

Tools

SAP

Job description

The French's Food Company, a subsidiary of McCormick & Company, Inc. and a global leader in flavor is seeking a full-time Lab Technician for the plant located in Springfield, MO. This person will report to the QA Team Manager. With more than $500 million in annual sales, our company has been crafting trusted foods using simple ingredients of the highest quality. From French's Classic Yellow Mustard, long America's top-selling mustard, to its most recent innovations, such as Franks Red Hot, the company has a history rich with delicious creations made from what today would be considered "clean, simple ingredients." To learn more please visit us at www.frenchs.com .

Shift: Sunday - Tuesday7AM-7PM; Wednesday 7AM-1PM

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Quality Team Manager, the QA Lab Technician II will work in a High-Performance Organization Operating Model environment performing QA Technician / Inspector functions. The Lab Technician will rotate between testing in the laboratory and performing quality checks on the plant floor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Analytical Testing of both raw and finished products
• Use a variety of test methods, procedures, and instrumentation (i.e., titrator, pH meter, scale, viscometer, HPLC, Moisture analyzer etc.)
• Examine & test samples and accurately record results on paper, logbooks, and computer entry (i.e., SAP, SharePoint, etc.)
• Interpreting data and aid in direction to the manufacturing group to ensure products meet established specifications.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Participate in and achieve acceptable results in proficiency testing event(s).
• Perform Lab maintenance and general cleaning
• Audit production line for key quality attributes such as code dates, fill weights, metal detection, and package integrity, etc.
• Perform initial trouble shooting activities for operational issues (i.e., foreign material findings, supplier issues, etc.)
• Coordinate timely quarantine and issuing of Quality Notification for finished goods and/or supplier issues
• Communicate test results, discuss performance metrics as they relate to Quality, and work collaboratively with various levels of Operations to correct problems and improve process.
• Partnering with operations teams to prevent production stoppages
• Involvement in cross-functional Production/ Maintenance/Materials Management team meeting, as needed
• Provide MAC (Manufacturing Analysis Costing) support as directed by Quality Team Manager/ QA Crew Lead/ Quality Engineer
• Raw Material Release - involves communicating with various functions including the Supply/Planning groups to obtain release if the information is not in SAP.
• Complete assigned shiftly, daily and weekly tasks, as assigned (i.e., Retain Room Discard, performing plant air environmental and product contact compressed air testing, potable water sampling/testing, etc.)
• Any/all JTE Quality, Visual Factory, and other related items
• Ability to work overtime on a short notice and required weekend work
• Ability to be flexible with shift and workday assignments to support business need requirements.
• Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Uses judgement based on the analysis of information.
• Strong understanding and practice of Good Laboratory Practices
• College coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, etc. (or 3 years’ experience In a laboratory setting)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Color Vision (ability to detect color) required. This is due to the need to compare color differences in product daily.
• Requires attention to detail in making evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information.
• Expected to resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of technical experience and review of precedents.
• Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange complicated information, including sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
• Demonstrate McCormick’s High Performance Organization Competencies: Values All People, Strategic Thinking, Influence, Personal & Team Leadership, Attracting & Developing Talent, Innovation & Business Savvy & Accumen.
• Acceptable Attendance Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of previous Analytical Lab experience preferred.
• Academic laboratory work will be considered
• Strong skills in written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of SAP transactions (Quality focused) and SAP results/data

French's is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, French's does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.