What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician (Dairy) position at Actalent?
Description:
The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for testing both raw and processed fluid milk and soft serve ice cream products and operating the most modern testing equipment the industry has to offer. Applicants must be able to communicate and work well with other team members.
position open because: Backfill for person on 3rd shift who is switching industries all together.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Operate milk laboratory equipment, including but not limited to the following: Foss FT1 component analyzer, Celsis Innovate CellScan analyzer, pH meter, autoclave, refractometer, analytical scales, incubators, 3M petrifilm, etc.
• Perform approved testing methods for rapid screening of detection of antibiotics and allergens
• Perform analytical testing for components of dairy products
• Monitor weight control of finished items
• Perform Celsis, ATP bioluminescence rapid assay, microbial screening test for ultra-heat treated (UHT) and extended shelf life (ESL) products prior to release for shipment and shelf-life duration.
• Perform calibration techniques on laboratory equipment
• Prepare Bills of Lading for outgoing product loads
• Prepare mix formulations for daily production needs
• Ability to recognize and identify both technical and instrumental problems and present solutions
• Navigation of software programs specific to the dairy industry
• Keen observation to any deviations from company specifications and alert management in a timely manner
• Solid planning and organizational skills, detail orientation and the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner with limited direct supervision
• Compliance with GMP, Safety and Work Policies
• Other duties may be assigned
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Requirements
• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a Laboratory Science related field (Biology, Chemistry, Food Sciences) from an accredited university or college. They will also take non-degreed person with food, industry experience. Ideally, they do want some experience in a lab/production setting
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other technology-based programs related to the position
• Physical demands may include: standing, walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• Self-Starter with the ability to work independently; good time management skills, flexibility to take on additional tasks as necessary.
• Must be organized and detail oriented; excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Three-month probationary period
Experience Level:
Entry Level
About Actalent:
Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $20 - $21
