Laboratory Technician I 3rd Shift

The major responsibility of the 3rd shift Laboratory Technician I is performing routine analysis of inbound samples and finished products. This involves completing all documentation and data entry associated with the receipt handling and analysis of all samples and results. It also involves maintaining compliance with SOPs and GLPs for sample handling (receiving storage & testing).  The technician position plays a pivotal role in ensuring there is communication of results/ findings to team members in other departments.

• Communicate process control testing and product evaluation results to management as specified by SOPs.
• Prioritize samples as they arrive in the laboratory.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness within the laboratory.
• Complete analytical testing on in-process and finished product samples.  Complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• Perform sensory analysis on in-process and finished products (i.e. tasting smelling visual).
• Enter data and navigate M3.  .
• Place Product on Hold as per SOP and complete the corresponding Hold Letter and complete in M3.
• Perform pre-operational swabs.
• Learn new procedures as necessary.
• Develop a thorough understanding of laboratory processes and procedures.
• Attend all training safety GMP and other QA or Plant meetings as scheduled.
• Comply with all safety food safety environmental GMP rules regulations and polices.
• Preform packaging line quality checks (verifies product labeling and code dates first case verification).
• Pull records labels and finished product sample as required for immediate testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment performing calibrations as required by SOP.
• Verify supply inventories restock or prepare supplies as needed.
• Assist with on-boarding and training of new Laboratory Technicians as assigned.
• Shall perform any other duties as assigned by their supervisor or management.

Qualifications :

Competencies

1. Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner Gather and analyzes information skillfully

2. Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills Pursues training and development opportunities Shares expertise with others

3. Initiative Volunteers readily Seeks increased responsibilities Asks for and offers help when needed

4. Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.  Applies feedback to improve performance

Education

H.S. diploma or equivalent required

Related Experience

Two-Three years previous laboratory experience preferred

Equipment/Software Skills

Basic data entry skills required

Additional Information :

Physical:  While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk sit and stand.   The employee will also be required to use hands arms and fingers. The physical requirements are they must have the ability to lift 50 pounds climb stairs lift bend kneel stand for long periods of time work in small spaces and work with heights.

Language

Bi-lingual is preferred

Sensory:  Ability to perform sensory testing on in-process and finished product samples must be able to distinguish issues from taste smell or sight of the product.

Mental/Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.

Starting Salary

$31.28

Benefits: Medical Dental Vision

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law including but not limited to on the basis of race or color religion gender age genetic information national origin/ancestry mental or physical disability family status/marital status military/veteran status and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the Employers legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Employment Type :

Full-time