Supervisor’s Title: Food Safety Manager
Reports to: Food Safety Manager
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt - Hourly
Work Schedule: Shift Work
The Environmental Technician is responsible for the accurate performance of gathering samples, performing periodic compliance inspections, and performing environmental-related activities in accordance with Panhandle Products procedures and regulatory requirements.
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Collect all EMP (Environmental Monitoring Program) samples, both swabs and air, according to schedule and SOP.
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Collect ATP Environmental swabs and perform ATP testing per schedule.
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Prepare samples collected for shipment and create Sample Analysis Request Forms (SARFs).
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Review all PC (Preventive Control) records for product release (HTST charts, MD charts, etc.)
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Communicate needed corrections on PC records appropriately and document corrective action.
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Inspect facility after maintenance/construction (Food Safety Permit).
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Perform lighting (Lumens) testing as required.
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Perform air flow testing as required.
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Perform compressed air testing as required.
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Conduct glass/hard plastic inspections per schedule.
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Perform pre-operations inspections to ensure the effectiveness of sanitation programs.
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Daily inventory of Food Safety Hold Level 1 product as needed.
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Interpret and report results to production and management as required.
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Responsible for ensuring the quality and accuracy of results obtained.
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Participate in lab proficiency programs as outlined and assigned by the Lab Manager.
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Follow all Good Laboratory Practices and safety policies.
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Communicate with the Quality Manager any issues regarding testing completion.
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Actively participate in the training program as assigned by the Quality Manager
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Conduct internal audits and inspections to monitor GMP and PRP compliance, sanitation effectiveness, hygiene zone compliance, pest control verifications, and/or Food Safety Plan (HACCP Plan) verifications.
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Perform equipment maintenance and cleaning as scheduled.
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Promotes and exhibits strong Food Safety and Quality practices.
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Promotes and exhibits sustainability practices.
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Promotes and exhibits strong housekeeping practices.
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Must report Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Sustainability, and Housekeeping problems to the direct supervisor immediately.
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Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities defined in company policies and procedures, applicable legislations, or the SQF code.
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Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
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Schedule will include working weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as assigned; some overtime may be required.
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Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance).
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Complies with all company food safety policies and procedures (including Good Manufacturing Practices).
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Responsible for providing food safety and quality feedback to the appropriate manager.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience working in a microbiological laboratory.
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Prefer a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
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Experience executing the Pathogen Environmental Monitoring (PEM) program.
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Prefer experience in internal GMP/Food Safety Inspections.
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English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write, and speak.
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Fundamental knowledge of the proper use of all laboratory chemicals, good lab practices, and lab safety.
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Proven ability to enter data into the LIMS system or spreadsheet software.
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Punctual and regular attendance is required.
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Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
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Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and delegate assignments to others.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write, and speak.
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Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activity to the supervisor and/or Human Resources.
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Physical effort is regularly required.
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Frequently involves moderate walking and periods of standing.
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Ascending or descending ramps, stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolding.
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Frequently involves crouching, stooping, kneeling, and/or climbing or balancing.
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Frequently involves lifting more than 50 lbs.
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Works in a food processing manufacturing facility with moderate noise.
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May be exposed to moderate to high noise levels (i.e., production equipment, forklifts, heavy traffic).
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May be exposed to humidity, intense heat and cold, outdoor weather conditions, and fumes and toxic chemicals.
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May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock.
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May be exposed to ingredients that may cause allergic reactions, and may be exposed to various allergen ingredients
