Quality Technician I

Leprino Foods; Town of Waverly (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

401k

Incentive Plans

Matched Retirement Savings

Paid Vacation

9 Paid Holidays

56 hours of Paid Sick Time

Healthcare Benefits

Educational Assistance

Discounts on Leprino Foods products

Wellness Sponsorships

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company, a global leader in the dairy industry, seeks a dedicated Quality Execution Technician for our Waverly, NY facility. The role monitors product quality from raw materials to finished goods, uploads results to the database, and communicates findings to production and management teams.

The ideal candidate will follow SOPs, handle hazardous chemicals safely, and maintain precise records. The position requires flexibility to work a 24/7 schedule, including evenings, weekends,

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Basic understanding of chemicals and proper lab procedures.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Demonstrated accuracy in completing tasks and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Test product performance, including bulk grading and melt and measure ribbon, presenting results to management.
• Advise management about out-of-spec conditions and place product on hold.
• Collect, document, pack, and ship samples, maintaining accurate records.
• Perform product testing (pH, titratable acidity, % moisture, %fat, % solids, etc.).
• Operate Cryoscope and pH meter for incoming milk samples.
• Ensure product is free of extraneous through periodic checks and proper GMP/meta detector checks.
• Operate lab equipment (oven, Ro-tap, balance, microscope, etc.) following SOPs and GMPs.
• Test in-process cheese, cream, whey, and finished products for chemical analysis.
• Participate in aseptic swabbing and routine testing to monitor equipment procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Data interpretation

Independent worker

Chemistry basics

Tools

Cryoscope

pH meter

Ro-tap shaker

FOSS IR

Microscope

Analytical balance

Job description

Leprino Foods Company, a global leader in the dairy food and ingredient industry, is seeking a dedicated Quality Execution Technician to join our team located in Waverly, NY. Leprino Foods is the world's largest supplier of mozzarella cheese and one of the largest suppliers of premium dairy nutrition ingredients. Our customers and business partners span the globe and include many of the world's largest food companies, restaurant chains and distributors.

The Lab Technician position is responsible for monitoring all aspects of product quality from incoming raw materials to the finished product. The technicians upload the results into our database and communicate them to the production floor and management teams.

The individual in this role must be able to understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), follow safe handling of hazardous chemicals, and keep accurate records as required.

Schedule:

• Leprino Foods is a 24/7 operating facility; this position is a relief/floater position, shifts will vary depending on company needs. Department hours are 4a-4p or 4p-4a. Weekend and holiday availability is required as needed.

Pay Rate:

• $24.66 per hour

• $0.75 Evening Pay Differential for every evening hourworked between 6:00pm-6:00am

• $1.00Weekend Pay Differential for every hourworked Saturday & Sunday

Why work for Leprino Foods in Waverly?

A career with Leprino Foods means you'll be part of a worldwide family of individuals dedicated to producing high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Your contributions will be noticed and rewarded as you work to further our company, our customers and one another.

What we Offer:

• Profit Sharing
• 401k
• Incentive Plans
• Matched Retirement Savings
• Paid Vacation (40 hours vacation every 6 months which increases with tenure)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 56 hours of Paid Sick Time, annually
• Healthcare Benefits starting the first of the month following your hire date
• Educational Assistance
• Discounts on Leprino Foods products
• Wellness Sponsorships

Job Responsibilities:

• Test product performance, including bulk grading and melt and measure ribbon dimension and temperature. Present performance test results to management team during product showing.
• Advise appropriate management personnel about out of specification conditions and place product on hold.
• Collect, document, pack, and ship samples as required, while maintaining accurate records.
• Perform product testing to include, but not limited to: pH, titratable acidity, % moisture, %fat by Babcock test, % total solids, sediment, granulation, ash, visual color, flavor, sediment, scorch particles, etc.
• Operate a Cryoscope and pH meter for the incoming tanker milk samples.
• Ensure product is free of extraneous through periodic process checks and record keeping, including monitoring GMP's and proper metal detector checks.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner while observing all SOP and GMP guidelines.
• Operate equipment to include, but not limited to: muffle oven, vacuum oven, pH meter, Ro-tap shaker, analytical balance, microscope, atmospheric Oven, CEM Smart-5, FOSS IR, hot plate, analytical balance etc.
• Test in-process cheese production, drip samples, cream, whey liquid and whey powder. Test finished cheese, milk, and cream for chemical analysis.
• Participate in the plant aseptic swabbing program
• Perform routine testing and control programs to monitor equipment procedures to verify function accuracy, alerting appropriate personnel to discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate, concise and detailed records of all results and data. Report out of specification conditions to Production and Quality Execution management.
• Participate in split sample programs to assure consistency between technicians, Regional, Corporate and State certification testing.
• Adhere to safety procedures and practices through the handling of flammables, caustics and corrosive chemicals.
• Interact with Production and Warehouse personnel for samples and communicate results.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must be able to work Sunday-Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays and required overtime to support a 24-hour / 7-day operation.
• Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with a high degree of accuracy.
• Able to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Basic understanding of chemicals.
• Able to interpret data and make necessary decisions.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.

Preferred Requirements:

• One year prior manufacturing experience.
• Ability to obtain state certification if operating in the Milk Screening Lab.
• Specific vision may be required for this position, including close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to read computer screens for extended time periods.
• Good time management skills.

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