Lab Technician Line Inspection
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 22 - 22
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lab Technician - Line Inspection (Hourly)
2nd Shift: 4pm to 12:30am Full-time & On-site
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Lab Technician Line Inspection is responsible for supporting Worlds Finest Chocolates commitment to product quality food safety and regulatory compliance by performing in-process and finished product inspections on the production floor. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all products meet established quality standards specifications and customer requirements. The Lab Technician conducts routine testing monitors production processes and equipment maintains accurate quality documentation and communicates findings to manufacturing operators and supervisors to drive timely corrective actions.
This position requires close collaboration with production and quality teams to identify non-conformances prevent potential quality or food safety issues and ensure adherence to company policies GMPs and applicable HACCP principles. The Lab Technician Line Inspection also supports sampling micro-testing and special quality projects as assigned while maintaining a strong focus on detail documentation accuracy and professional communication.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform assigned duties accurately and on time while supporting additional tasks and responsibilities as directed by the Supervisor.
- Conduct in-process quality testing for Worlds Finest Chocolate and Contract Manufacturing products including but not limited to weight thickness length product density and package appearance; inspect for potential foreign material contamination.
- Accurately document all quality checks test results and observations in required quality logs and reports; promptly communicate abnormalities or deviations to manufacturing operators and supervisors.
- Inspect finished products to verify compliance with specifications including net weight appearance wrapping coding breakage product count and overall quality.
- Ensure all in-process analyses are performed effectively and in accordance with established quality standards procedures and policies.
- Monitor adherence to product and production quality requirements; identify non-conformance situations notify operators and production leadership and support timely corrective actions.
- Monitor production equipment including metal detectors to ensure proper functionality and immediately report malfunctions or defective conditions to supervision.
- Collect label and retain product samples in accordance with established procedures and supervisor direction.
- Perform sample reviews and micro-testing and assist with additional quality-related projects as assigned.
- Demonstrate understanding of HACCP principles and when applicable monitor designated Critical Control Points (CCPs) following appropriate training.
- Communicate quality findings concerns and business-related information clearly and professionally to coworkers and leadership both verbally and in writing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associates/Bachelors degree in food science laboratory technology or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing quality assurance laboratory or production inspection environment preferred.
- Basic understanding of food safety quality assurance principles and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
- Ability to accurately perform and document in-process and finished product inspections according to established specifications and procedures.
- Experience maintaining detailed accurate records and quality logs in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions and safety guidelines in a manufacturing setting.
Technical & Job-Specific Skills
- Working knowledge of quality testing methods related to weight dimensions appearance packaging and product integrity.
- Ability to identify product defects non-conformances and potential food safety concerns including foreign material risks.
- Familiarity with production equipment monitoring including metal detectors or similar inspection systems preferred.
- Familiarity with SAP and RedZone
- Basic understanding of HACCP concepts; ability to monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) following training as applicable.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment with frequent interaction on the manufacturing floor.
Core Competencies
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to product quality food safety and accuracy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to clearly report findings and escalate issues to operators and supervisors.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Production Quality and Operations.
- Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Dependable accountable and professional in attendance performance and interactions with others.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to stand walk bend and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods in a production environment.
- Ability to lift and move materials in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Willingness to work varied shifts overtime and weekends as required by production needs.
- Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to noise temperature variations and food allergens including chocolate and dairy products.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: This role will report to the Lab Supervisor.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
- Hourly rate: $22.00 to $22.46
- Quarterly bonus known as Win As One
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness Program
- 401k Matching
- HSA/FSA
- LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
- STD/LTD
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Worlds Finest Chocolate is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing an environment of respect and inclusivity for all employees.
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