Quality
Plant Quality Assurance
This will be a 6am-6:30pm position on a 2-2-3 schedule. C Crew
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide support to the Laboratory department by performing and/or coordinating a variety of laboratory processes.
Register and prepare samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
Prep and perform routine to more complex analyses per approved methods.
Accurately read and record results of analyses, ensuring identification numbers are matched with correct samples.
Effectively and efficiently operate basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, evaporator, etc.
Prepare and assure the accuracy of standards, reagents, etc. needed for analyses.
Acid wash glassware and specially clean other equipment and areas as required.
Function as primary data generator; record and calculate data; sign assay sheets.
Perform routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Conduct preliminary interpretations of data or observations, and draft short reports to Manager.
Complete assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner; performing work in accordance with SOPs.
Ensure quality of results by assisting with establishment and maintenance of Quality Assurance/Quality Control documents, plans and ICPs.
Document QA/QC data and report to lead or management.
Ensure equipment is maintained in reliable working order; make repairs or modifications as able or requesting repairs in a timely manner.
Effectively and efficiently perform chemistry, physical, and/or microbiology sample preparation and testing.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot issues or concerns with management.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
Safety Protocol
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
Support safety policies and programs.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Preferred.
Associate's Degree or some coursework in Food Science, Chemistry or Biology preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Experience:
Skills Required:
Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures. (GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate attention to detail, quality and cleanliness in work.
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with supervisors/managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
Follow one- or two-step verbal instructions; read and follow written instructions; perform routine and repetitive tasks and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or verbal instructions.
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as algebraic calculations.
Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
Able to lift up to 50+ lbs
Must complete and pass required Wonderlic test
Eligible partners will receive:
- Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year.
- Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
- Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
- Childcare costs . Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
- Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
- Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
- Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.
- Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
- Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.
Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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