Lab Technician, AM, Fresh Kitchen - Deerfield at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Deerfield Beach, Florida

Job Description:

• performing quality control inspection tasks to include verification of all ingredient and product information


• performing operational and pre-operational inspections


• ensuring that each product is manufactured according to FDA regulations including, but not limited to traceability records, temperature monitoring and HACCP records


• following all safety requirements


• verifying accuracy of thermometers and product temperatures


• collecting, processing, packaging, maintaining, and retaining samples for testing


• providing help to all associates in the Quality Control department and other departments throughout the plant


• tasting and evaluating all product samples received


• being cross-trained in Quality Control responsibilities


• being familiar with all plant functions


• performing responsibilities accurately from start to finish with completed documentation


• recording and processing samples received


• processing and recording customer complaints


• compliance auditing


• auditing and updating the plant reference book


• conducting data entry and


• ensuring that all products are manufactured under correct procedures from receiving of the raw materials to shipping of the finished product.

• must be at least 18 years old


• must be able to work with regulatory inspectors and other compliance officials


• must be able to work under pressure, be dependable and possess good follow-up skills


• must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)


• must demonstrate safe working habits


• must be able to lift in excess of 25 pounds frequently


• must be able to learn and perform all positions


• must be able to work in a fast-paced environment


• must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)


• must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours


• must have excellent attendance and punctuality


• must be willing to assist other team members in other areas


• must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time                                          


• must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision


• must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions


• must possess basic math skills


• must be able to communicate effectively


• must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and


• a commitment to Publix and our mission.

• working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Access and Excel


• two year degree in science or related field


• retail baking experience and


• lab experience.

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans plan


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)