FSQR Flex Technician

ILLES FoodsJob Description

Job Title:FSQR Flex Technician

Reports To:FSQR Supervisor Mckenzie

FLSA:Permanent Full TimeNon-Exempt On-Site

About Us:
Specializing in custom-crafted culinary solutionsfrom beverage bases and sauces to marinades and seasoningsILLES Foods has partnered with food service chains manufacturers and retailers acrossthe 1927. Our Food Innovationexpertise creativity and speed to market combined with a laser focus on customer experience make us a key partner in product development. As a family-owned woman-run business our growth is fueled by deeply held values:operatingwith integritymaintainingintentional curiosity and strong relationship building through the power of partnership. At ILLES Foods we strive to be the ingredient that elevates food and enriches the lives of our partners internal and external.

Job Summary:
The Flex FSQR Lab Technician role demandsa high levelof schedule flexibilitythis is a critical requirement for consideration. While the standard shift is 1st shift (7:00am4:30pm) for most work weeks the Flex FSQR Lab Technician must be prepared to adapt to various time slots including 4:00am2:00pm 7:00am5:00pm 4:30am3:30pm and 12:00pm12:00am to cover for other FSQR Technicians during absences such as vacations or this role requires familiarity with both our Liquid Production and Dry Blending Production facilities and the ability to work at either location as projects may alsonecessitatesplit shifts between1stand 2ndshift. While the typical workweek runs Monday through Friday occasional Saturdays may berequiredbased on production demands. Adaptability and willingness to shift schedules on short notice are essential to success in this position.

The Flex FSQR Lab Technician inspects tests and approves finished goods and raw material receipts under the guidance of FSQR leadership; conducts warehouse inspections and line checks for compliance to GMPs Food Safety and FSQR/Sanitation policies and procedures; collects data maintains files and distributes analytical & related information as required; and preforms pre-operational inspection at both production facilities as will perform quality assurance activities in accordance with BRC requirements Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as well as all Illes SOPs and Quality Illes Partners conduct themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values: Operate with Integrity Stay Intentionally Curious and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts all analytical and organoleptic tests applicable to each product.

• Performs data entry of all results and creates COAs asrequired.

• Conducts calibration on all equipment asrequired.

• Carries out environmental samplingutilizingsterile sample collection techniques.

• Samplesequipment for verification of sanitation effectiveness.

• Collectsfinished product samples for internal and third-party testing.

• Prepares samples for shipment to third-party labs or customers.

• Performs pre-operational inspections as needed (at both production facilities as needed).

• Performs line checks during production.

• Completes warehouse inspections and bug counts as needed.

• Ensure that food safety legality integrity and quality standards are alwaysmaintained.

• Releases raw materials for use in production upon request from a member of FSQR Management.

• Puts materials on hold or releases from hold upon request from a member of FSQR Management.

• Pullssamples of finished goods raw materials or retention samples for further evaluation or testing.

• Cycle counts materials currently on hold.

• Maintains training records for the department.

• Maintains laboratory supply inventory for both facilities.

• Collects and summarizes analytical or technical data related to special projects monthly KPIs or data inquiries from customers or other departments.

• Maintains detailed records of special project data and is able to present summary results in written form graphic form and/or with photographs.

• Able to perform internet research upon request by FSQR Management as it relates to special projects.

• Maintains all work areas in a clean and organized manner.

• Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.

• Regular attendance for scheduled shifts is a requirementofthis position.

Required Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying taking time to understand the points being made asking questions asappropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Adherence to policy procedure and attendance requirements.

• Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

• Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning toidentifythe strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Flexibility Available to pivot and change work hours as needed with little to handle pressure and change.

• Initiative Taking action to begin a process often done without direct managerial influence. Includes sharing ideas helping to improve businessspeaking upabout problems and suggesting potential solutions.

• Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the mostappropriate one.

• Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems.

• Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

• Operation Monitoring Watching gauges dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

• Persuasion Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

• Read speak and write fluent English.

• Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people.

• Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Speaking Talking to others to convey information addressing peers and other members of management.

• Teamwork -work closely with all departments in a professional cooperative manner.

• Time Management Managing ones own time and the time of others.

• Troubleshooting Determining causes ofoperatingerrors and deciding what to do about it.

• Must be in possession of a valid drivers license.

ExperienceEducationandCertifications:

• Bachelors or Associatedegree with 2 years experience working in an industrial laboratory (preferably food). Will accept relevant industry experience in lieu of degree.

• Operationalproficiencyof MS Office Suite: Excel Word Outlook Teams arerequired.

• Experience working with various digital tools and Microsoft Apps is an advantage.

• Preferred: CRM ERP inventory management systems experience.

• Preferred: Familiarity withTraceGains ICIX One Drive SharePoint and Google Sheets or similar tools.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
Taste smell and see well enough to discriminate quality and quantityaspectsindividual flavor and seasoning components of food products and able to lift 35 lbs. See well enough to read pertinent documents (hardcopy as well as computer screen data and reports). Ability to hear directions in anoisy environment. Be able to effectively communicate with all contacts bothorally and in writing. Ability to drive from plant to plant regularly. There are 2plants 1.3 miles away from each other

What We Offer:
We are a core-value driven inclusive team that values innovation growth and impact. We offer career development mentorship competitive pay and comprehensive benefitsincluding medical dental vision 401(k) with immediate match HSA EAP life disability and more!

Disclaimer:
The job description provides a general overview of the work not a detailed list of all tasks and skills. Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities as required by law. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a health or safety risk. Employees must follow job-related instructions and performadditionalduties as per federal and state laws. The listed requirements are the minimum needed to perform the job effectively. Employment is at-will meaning it can beterminatedat any time. ILLES Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (M/F/D/V)