Qa Tech 1

REI Employment Company, LLC; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rembrandt Foods in the United States is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to oversee sampling, testing, and reporting of data to support SQF certification. The role ensures QA programs and GMPs are followed, and tests are performed accurately for compliant food safety standards.

The position involves maintaining data records, training staff, and producing Certificates of Analysis for customers, with emphasis on continuous improvement and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires strong attention to detail and ability to read, understand, and communicate clearly.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in public relations skills and phone etiquette.
• Independent self-starter with strong teamwork capabilities.
• Able to analyze data, solve problems, and communicate findings.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outside lab testing and sample analysis.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Uphold quality assurance and good laboratory practices.
• Learn and perform laboratory test methods.
• Maintain test result databases and track inventory.
• Assist with employee training and calibration schedules.
• Create and review lab procedures; generate COAs as needed.
• Perform shelf life studies on finished products.
• Support other Quality roles as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Public relations

Independent self-starter

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills

Math skills

Fluent English

Education

Associates degree or 2+ years quality experience

Tools

Office software: PowerPoint

PPE equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating the sampling, analyzing, and reporting of laboratory data. Maintain quality assurance, good laboratory practices, USDA PEPRL status, and other programs to support the SQF certification at the processing facility(s).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates outside lab testing and customer samples, as necessary
• Maintains cleanliness of lab: clean, sweep and other housekeeping requirements
• Maintains quality assurance laboratory programs and good laboratory practices
• Becomes proficient and perform laboratory test methods
• Maintains test result databases
• Tracks supply inventory
• Assists with employee training
• Follows preventative maintenance schedule for calibration and cleaning of lab equipment and environment
• Collects data, analyzes, compiles, distributes and presents reports as needed
• Reports and takes necessary action to prevent/control food safety and food quality risks
• Follows, verifies, and takes appropriate actions to ensure the integrity & sustained certification of the SQF System
• Generates Certificates of Analysis for customers
• Creates and reviews procedures for laboratory
• Performs shelf life studies on finished product
• Completes training and provides support, as necessary, for other Quality positions within the organization
• Creates PO requests for laboratory supplies and services

Backup: A trained designee will be appointed by management to cover for absences or vacancies; refer to Rembrandt Foods site-specific facility back-up matrix on file.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• Attention to detail
• Ability to read, understand, and effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Public relations skills and phone etiquette
• Independent self-starter
• Strong team work skills
• Ability to problem solve: define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Public relation skills and phone etiquette
• Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
• Math Skills: logical/analytical, percentages, fractions, algebra
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English

Preferred

• Associates degree or 2+ years' experience in quality environment, or equivalent
• Computer Skills: , PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
• Equipment: Company issued PPE
• Laboratory Equipment for analytical, microbiological, and functionality testing

Universal Expectations

• Follows all Safety, Bio-Security, Environmental, and Animal Welfare Procedures
• Ensures compliance with and follows all OSHA and REI safety regulations and procedures
• Ensures that all care is provided with respect to customer, client and co-workers' rights
• Ensures a safe and clean work environment
• Maintains confidentiality
• Adheres to work schedules in completing and performing assigned tasks
• Takes appropriate action to ensure the integrity and sustained certification of the SQF system.
• Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring.
• Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits
• Performs other tasks as assigned

Rembrandt Foods was founded in 2000 with the fundamental vision to be a fully integrated, sustainable egg products company. Since our inception, Rembrandt has grown from a simple, layer and breaking processor, supplying raw egg to the industry, to a fully engaged processor supplying a range of traditional and emerging egg products to the food industry. Now, with the investment of AGR Partners in 2022, Rembrandt Foods is poised to expand its range of capabilities, with a dedication to the egg products industry that is part of our heart-and-soul.