Job Description:
The Site Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for leading and supporting the production teams daily in accuracy and adherence to Mars Quality and Food Safety systems. The Laboratory Coordinator ensures all Quality checks are performed through the receiving and production process. They are responsible for ensuring ingredients and product meets all Quality Specifications while complying with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and Hygiene requirements. This role Is responsible for overseeing on-site collection labeling analyzing and recording of results related to raw materials Intermediate products finished product packaging materials and other addition they will act as the site functional expert for all laboratory testing performed on-site as well as ensuring compliance to the Mars Laboratory Standard and Mars Quality Management Program Standard.
This role is responsible for overseeing laboratory analysis of ingredients and recording results. Assure laboratory functions are followed including but not limited to methods performed correctly records are complete and accurate Good Laboratory Practices are followed and associates are following proper quality & safety procedures.
What are we looking for
Minimum Qualifications:
Have a 2-year degree or equivalent laboratory experience (3-5 years) in a Science Field.
Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Quality Management Systems.
1-3 years of experience in a quality laboratory function.
Possess experience and knowledge of basic laboratory operations such as weighing titrating and preparing volumetric solutions.
Attention to detail and good organization skills.
Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
Able to follow instructions and strictly follow procedures.
What will your key responsibilities be
Lead site lab technicians conducting physical and chemical tests including but not limited to pipettes pH meter water activity meter NIR Lateral Flow Device and ELISA methods.
Interpret analytical method procedures and safety instructions using standard chemistry terms and measures.
Maintain all records of analytical testing and quality control lab documentation. Responsible for tracking trend analysis and other Quality Control related responsibilities.
Inform Q&FS Manager and Line Manager of quality deviations for controls and product.
Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment including calibration of equipment. Ability to conduct limited Instrument troubleshooting and problem diagnosis.
Ensure sampling raw materials from bulk trucks big bags and totes is completed according to Mars standards.
Assist in the preparation RM samples and documentation for external laboratories.
Interpret data from routine analysis for RM in order to validate that materials meet specifications.
Work to ensure lab compliance to quality management system through training documentations quality records and audits.
Train and instruct lab technicians.
Ensure Lab participation in proficiency testing programs.
Able to perform and train on routine calculations pertaining to analytical chemistry (e.g. dilution concentration test results).
What can you expect from Mars
Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.
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