LAB TECH I 3rd shift (110674)

McCormick & Company Incorporated a global leader in flavor is seeking aLab Tech - 3rd shift reporting to aQA Team Manager. This individual will work at theFlavor Manufacturing Center located inHunt Valley MD.

Pay Range: $19.73 - $29.59

With more than $5 billion in annual sales the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices seasoning mixes condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry retail outlets food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality science innovation and service. Every day no matter where or what you eat you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick makes every moment and meal better

As a company recognized for exceptional commitment to employees McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits programs and services. Benefits include but are not limited to tuition assistance medical dental vision disability group life insurance 401(k) profit sharing paid holidays and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Quality Manager the qualified candidate will be responsible for performing analytical tests including chemical physical tests in addition to sensory tests required for quality control of raw materials in-process materials and finished goods. Participates in investigations and studies to determine cause effect and corrective actions required to resolve deviation from quality standardsroutine sampling and inspection of material. The employee will adhere to safety procedures ensure a safe work environment meet and exceed product quality expectations and assist in achieving process reliability goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs analytical testing using a variety of test methods procedures and instrumentation and records maintains and reviews results/data into SAP System

Performs sensory tests and/or participates in sensory related tasks

Required to calibrate maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed

Initiates & documents Quality Notifications/DMRs/DMAs including participating in cross-functional root cause analysis. Facilitates follow ups & resolutions

Interprets data and gives direction to the manufacturing group to ensure products meet established specifications.

Prepares samples of raw materials intermediates and/or finished goods to be sent out for outside testing including environmental testing

Performs COA verification and raw material sampling

Audits various operational activity as assigned

Supports quality projects as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

HS diploma of GED

Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience (manufacturing experience is acceptable).

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).

Knowledge of PC software and data entry experience

Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining multiple priorities; able to work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and oral communication skills

Color Vision (ability to detect color) required. This is due to the need to compare color difference in product on daily basis

Must occasionally wear a PAPR to perform necessary duties on the production floor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

4-year college degree in science (food science chemistryetc.) or a2 yearscience diploma and 2 years relevant technical experience or Five years relevant technical experience.

Experience working in food manufacturing

Working knowledge of statistics preferred

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.