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Quality Lab Technician

Balchem

Bridgeton (MO)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Systems Lab Tech to ensure compliance with food safety standards and manage quality programs. This role involves reviewing documentation, conducting inspections, and assisting in training to uphold the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing strong communication and organizational skills while working collaboratively with the operations team. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to contribute to a culture of excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

  • Minimum one year experience in food manufacturing or laboratory required.
  • Certifications in HACCP/HARPC and SQF are ideal.

Responsibilities

  • Review batch tickets and HACCP records for compliance.
  • Assist in quality/food safety training and conduct inspections.
  • Manage pest control activities and GMP programs.

Skills

Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Multi-tasking
Technical Data Analysis

Education

Experience in a science field
Experience in food manufacturing or laboratory
Certifications in HACCP/HARPC and SQF

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Job description

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Balchem Corporation, and its subsidiaries, offers a competitive salary and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position: Quality Systems Lab Tech

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Review batch tickets and associated HACCP records
  • Weekly expired materials dispositioning
  • Managing pest control activities at the plant and warehouse
  • Manage plant and warehouse GMP program
  • Manage the label verification program to assure compliance with allergen control and proper labeling requirements
  • Ensure compliance with written cleaning, inspection, and pre-operational procedures of equipment, processing rooms, and storage areas
  • Review daily CIP and other sanitation records including master sanitation records (MSS) for accuracy and effectiveness of cleaning
  • Assist in development and delivery of quality/food safety training
  • Use ATP swabs to verify the effectiveness of cleaning and trends results to evaluate the need for procedural improvements or additional employee training
  • Complete in plant daily inspections and participate in plant process and internal audits
  • Ensure timely change out of trash compactors and their proper use and condition
  • Work with the Operations team to perform Root Cause Analysis and implement Corrective & Preventive actions
  • Provide back-up in the Quality Laboratory as needed
  • Assist the Quality Supervisor with any duties as requested

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience in a science field or a minimum of one year of experience in a food manufacturing facility or laboratory
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and organize technical data for communications and analysis
  • Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and possess good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task and stay organized
  • The ideal candidate possesses certifications in HACCP/HARPC, and SQF; and training in environmental monitoring, auditing, and statistical process control

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work involves standing, walking, reaching, using a keyboard, stooping, kneeling, repetitive motion, and moving, lifting, or pushing objects weighing up to 55 pounds
  • Operate various laboratory instruments
  • Plant environment may be hot, and floors may be slippery

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

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