Technician, Laboratory at Saputo in White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Job Description:

Description:
* Perform physical analytical sampling and testing of
raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished
goods dairy food products in accordance with
established guidelines. Ability to apply and
interpret results.
* Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and
testing of dairy food products in accordance with
established guidelines. Ability to apply and
interpret results.
* Identify and effectively communicate any
out-of-specification analytical test results. Follow
established notification protocol.
* Routinely collect product samples from production
lines as outlined by testing timeline guidelines.
* Exceptional organizational skills in order to
maintain all QC records and filing.
* Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing
documents.
* Ability to prepare various stock solutions used in
the laboratory.
* Calibrate and maintain all lab testing equipment.
* Perform environmental control swabbing after
clean-up and CIP/SIP. Report any deviations.
* Knowledge of consumer complaint investigation
process.
* Support internal and external audits.
* Support mock and product recall program guidelines.
* Prepare and process production records to isolate
any out of specification product including any
product deviations from standard, on-hold,
regulatory holds, etc.
* Prepare and distribute customer certificates of
analysis.
* Must be proficient with all quality control
functions throughout the facility.
* Must be able to complete, pass and maintain specific
State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements
(Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).
* Perform good laboratory housekeeping within
established housekeeping guidelines.
* Comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures
(QAP s).
* Comply with federal, state and local dairy food
regulations.
* Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively
apply the Saputo Company Values.
* Work together professionally with co-workers and
other department personnel.
* Other duties as required by management.
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Requirements:
* High school diploma or equivalent plus a (4)
four-year college degree in a science related field
of study or (4)-years of demonstrated work
experience in a quality control laboratory.
* Previous experience with food quality
specifications, process control monitoring and
positive release documentation or similar experience
with strict adherence to protocol is preferred.
* Advanced quality/food safety training and/or
certifications is a plus, but not required.
* An working understanding of food manufacturing
acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP,
etc.)
* Strong math skills.
* Strong computer and business skills (Microsoft
Office products, email, fax, copy, scanning)
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated work history
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