Quality Control Technician (12 Hour Nights - Rotating Weekends)

fairlife, LLC; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 35,128 - 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match up to 9%

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement up to $500

Job summary

fairlife, LLC is looking for a dedicated entry-level support for its Quality Department in Webster, NY. The role involves various laboratory tests, as well as data collection and reporting tasks. Candidates should possess laboratory experience and strong communication skills.

This position offers a competitive base pay between $25.50 and $29.50 USD per hour, along with a range of benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• Proficiency in English; comfortable with written and verbal communication.
• College is highly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate lab testing instrumentation correctly.
• Perform daily quality line audits, evaluations and testing.
• Communicate results to the proper individuals.

Skills

Laboratory experience

English proficiency

Computer skills

Education

College preferred

Minimum 1 year laboratory experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio includes fairlife Ultra-Filtered Milk, Core Power High Protein Shakes, and fairlife nutrition plan. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, fairlife has been recognized by Fast Company and Nielsen for its innovation. To learn more, visit fairlife.com.

Position

Location: Webster, NY

Reports to: Quality Supervisor

Travel requirements: None

Exempt/Nonexempt: Nonexempt

This position is eligible for a bonus.

Job purpose

Entry level position that provides key support for the Quality Department including water testing, raw milk testing, raw and pasteurized load-out testing, finished product testing, microbiological testing, chemical titrations, and work-in-process testing. The employee is responsible for generating daily reports, data entry and collection, project assistance, filing, assisting in the conduct of special studies, calibrations, data collection, and communicating with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate lab testing instrumentation correctly. Testing includes moisture/solids, protein, fat and pH. Understand microbiological plating, Foss analytical equipment, pH meters and other laboratory instrumentation as needed.
• Operate all instrumentation in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a NYS milk receiver, Appendix N and/or Phosphatase License.
• Ensure raw milk is received within specifications and meets all food safety and quality requirements.
• Perform testing and documenting of bulk product loadouts.
• Perform daily quality line audits, evaluations and testing on the plant floor as assigned.
• May be required to perform sensory evaluations on all finished products.
• Fill out required laboratory data worksheets and logs accurately.
• Maintain all results and reports in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and neat work area at all times and keep area stocked with sufficient supplies.
• Have computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Communicate results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner.
• Prepare all solutions and media required for laboratory tests.
• Recognize and notify the Quality Assurance Manager and appropriate operations supervisors of any unusual results or product defects; perform re-checks for analytical and microbiological test results.
• Report immediately to supervisor or manager any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning equipment or lab instrumentation.
• Follow all safety, work, GMP and GLP rules.
• Verify approved incoming raw milk producers. May be required to be PMO certified for raw milk sampling and antibiotic residue screening.
• Assist with state and federal screening inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• College is highly preferred but not required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• Proficiency in English; comfortable with written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Working conditions and physical requirements

• 40-45 hours per week; mixture of sitting, standing, walking, and lifting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; assistance can be provided if needed.

Food safety requirements

• Notify supervision of repairs or adjustments that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Observe and comply with color-coded container policy in Production Areas.
• Meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to food safety and product quality.
• Identify and record problems related to food safety and ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume duties as required.

How fairlife nourishes you

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
• Parental support and family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) with employer match up to 9%
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning and development programs to unlock your potential
• Rewards and recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
• Climate-controlled manufacturing facilities and a clean work environment

fairlife’s nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are — supporting your wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

Compensation

Base pay range: $25.50—$29.50 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

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