QC Lab Technician - Quality Control Fresh - Shift 2

Bolthouse Fresh Foods; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Group Short-Term Disability

Group Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is seeking a QA/QC Technician to join our Bakersfield, CA team. The role supports quality analysis and control for production of shortcut, cello, food service, and frozen products.

The position requires strong attention to GMPs, sampling, testing, and documentation, with duties including audits, COAs, and equipment calibration. Shift is 2nd, with weekend/holiday work as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related experience and/or training
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word

Responsibilities

• Daily audits of production procedures including verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMPs, and documentation
• Sample collection, operation of scales, data entry
• Grading defects of carrots
• Analytical testing of raw and finished products as well as processing water and equipment
• Examine product retain shelf life samples; aid manager in evaluation of shelf life data
• Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment routinely
• Collect and ship sales sample requests
• Complete certificate of analysis (COAs) per customer requests
• Compare test results to quality specifications and limits; notify quality and production manager when results are out of specification
• Careful and neat work habits and willingness to perform more modest tasks
• Perform, after sanitation pre-operational inspection
• Perform swabbing (ATP, allergen, microbiological) of plant equipment and buildings
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Self-motivated

English communication

Teamwork

Spanish desired

Good lab practices

Aseptic techniques

Taste evaluation

Color differentiation

Flexible hours

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
• Shift: 2nd
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $17.00 - $19.00

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
• Shift: 2nd
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $17.00 - $19.00

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The QA/QC Technician will carry out with limited supervisor, quality analysis and control for production of shortcut, cello, food service, and frozen production.

• Daily audits of production procedures including; verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMP’s, and documentation
• Sample collection, operation of scales, data entry
• Grading defects of carrots
• Analytical testing of raw and finished products as well as processing water and equipment
• Examine product retain shelf life samples; aid manager in evaluation of shelf life data
• Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment routinely
• Collect and ship sales sample requests
• Complete certificate of analysis (COA’s) per customer requests
• Compare test results to quality specifications and limits, notify quality and production manager when results are out of specification
• Careful and neat work habits and willingness to perform more modest tasks (cleaning working area and tools, ordering supplies etc.)
• Perform, after sanitation pre-operational inspection
• Perform swabbing (ATP, allergen, microbiological) of plant equipment and buildings
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must be self-motivated and can perform multiple tasks
• Ability to communicate in English including writing, speaking and reading
• Reasonable Spanish desired but not mandatory
• Must be teamwork oriented, communicate and interact well with others
• Utilize Bolthouse Fresh Foods standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze various parameters including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques
• Ability to taste and evaluate finished products
• Ability to differentiate colors to examine product quality difference
• Dependable and can work flexible hours including weekends

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years’ experience in food manufacturing or food production preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related experience and or/training
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Excel and Word

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environment exposure_ hot/humid conditions (95 ° Fahrenheit or above).
• Environmental exposure – cold/wet conditions (40 ° Fahrenheit or below).
• Must be able to work in a wet, cold or hot environment
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, and handle scanning objects in one position or in a repetitive motion for an extended period of time.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

Shift 2nd– 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [e-mail] for additional support or guidance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Shift 2nd– 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.