Top 9 Food science technicians Jobs in Scranton, Pa

Quality Technician
Refresco —Pennsylvania
- $21.59 - $28.79 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Micro Technician
Pittston Co-Packers —Pittston, PA
- Full-time
- In-person
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
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Quality Technician
Pittston Co-Packers —Pittston, PA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
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Quality Control Technician – Frozen Food Manufacturing
Choice Canning Company —Pittston, PA
- From $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Quality Technician night shift - (5pm-5:30am)- $25+ $1 shift differential
Pittston Co-Packers —Pittston, PA
- $25 an hour
- Night shift
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
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Quality Technician
Logoplaste —Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Dietitian Technician
Clinical Nutrition Consulting Service —Exeter, PA
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Long term care
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Quality Technician

Refresco -
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Job Details

Full-time
$21.59 - $28.79 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Human-machine interface (HMI) systems
Safety regulations
Production safety compliance
GMP
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Computer skills

Full Job Description

$21.59-$28.79 Per Hour

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Position Overview:

The role is responsible for batching and testing soft drinks; ensuring full quality control compliance within specifications. Specifically the role will involve the chemical analysis of soft drinks (HPLC, filtration, and distillation), microbiological testing (plate make up, aseptic techniques), calibration of equipment, effluent / water sampling and documentation control.

Position Detail:

LAB TECH:

Perform required tests in SPC data system at the standard frequency including CO2, brix, TA, air, codes, dew point, taste, odor, appearance, contents, sodium, etc.

Perform control drinks test as needed.

Perform can seam check at required frequency.

Perform weekly full round net content of filler.

Perform product changeovers at filler.

Valve troubleshooting and rebuilding.

Assist, train and mentor other lab techs with operational problems such as syrup issues, lab testing, CIP, micros, filler changeovers to improve effectiveness.

Assist as needed in production report filing, updating formulas, vendor information or any other lab related documents.

Verify and oversee water room testing and PM work as needed to insure compliance.

Verify that all production schedules are current and communicated to all depts.

Be SQF ready at all times by completing tours and following up on any issues.

Assist QA Manager and or Supervisor as needed.

Maintain communication with production regarding schedules and changes, syrup batch issues, etc.

Correct batch as needed according to the control drink results.

Ensure syrup tanks and High Shear mixer are CIP and have been verified clean by performing Taste, Odor, and Appearance testing.

Ensure every tank has been 7-stepped CIP at least once per week and before batching sensitive products. Maintain use of Chart Recorder.

Ensure that empty bags and containers are properly discarded of.

Follow all GMP guidelines at all times.

Keep work area clean and organized, keeping overhead door closed when not bringing in materials.

Ensure caps, gaskets, clamps, etc are kept clean and dry.

Ensure tanks are capped off and doors are closed after CIP.

Back up for this position is another trained lab tech.

Must have an understanding of SQF, responsible for Food, Safety/Food Quality and to notify a person with the authority to take action for any Food Safety or Food Quality issue.

BATCHER TECHNICIAN:
- Responsible for accurately following batch instruction sheets, dispensing and weighing dry ingredient weight and lot numbers.
- Batch syrup using correct formulation and mixing instructions.
- Physically lift ingredient bags up to 50 lbs and manually open 1 to 5 gallon pails and jugs.
- Must have computer skills for requesting bulk ingredients through HMI (Human Machine Interface).
- Operate cleaning in place (CIP) system and use transfer cleaning chemicals.
- Review daily production schedules to coordinate what product to run.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the batching and sugar rooms.
- Ensure all Safety Standard (Company or Regulatory) are met at all times.
- Ensure all Company Good Manufacturing Standards are met at all times.

Working Conditions:

Will work regularly around moving mechanical parts and equipment. Plant is very clean & is a safe environment. Regularly exposed to wet floors, humid conditions, cold conditions, and caustic chemicals. Noise level requires hearing protection. Will occasionally lift up to 75 pounds during shift. Will regularly be required to walk stand, use of hands and fingers, handle objects, tools, controls, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally be required to sit, climb and or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell., taste Vision requirements are close, distance, color, peripheral, depth and ability to adjust focus.

Position Requirements:

Soft drinks experience preferred.

High school standard of education.

BS/BA in a scientific field, preferably Microbiology, with at least 1 college level course in Microbiology.

Understanding of GMP and Lab Safety, Standard Methods and processes.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Well-being benefits
Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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