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fairlife, LLC · 1 month ago

Quality Control Technician (12 Hour Nights - Rotating Weekends)

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products. The Quality Control Technician will provide key support for the Quality Department through various testing and reporting responsibilities to ensure product quality and safety.

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Responsibilities

Ability to operate lab testing instrumentation correctly. Testing includes moisture/solids, protein, fat and pH. Technicians will be responsible for understanding microbiological plating, Foss analytical equipment, pH meter and other laboratory instrumentation as needed
All instrumentation is to be operated in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner
May be required to obtain and maintain a NYS milk receiver, Appendix N and or Phosphatase License
Ensures raw milk is received within specifications and meets all food safety and quality requirements
Perform testing and documenting of bulk product loadouts
Perform daily quality line audits, evaluations and testing on plant floor as assigned
May be required to perform sensory evaluations on all finished products
Fill out required laboratory data worksheets and logs in an accurate manner
Maintain all results and reports in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality
Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area at all times
Must keep area stocked with sufficient supplies to perform job responsibilities
Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Communication of results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner
Preparation of all solutions and media required in the performance of laboratory tests
Recognize and notify Quality Assurance Manager and appropriate operations supervisors of any unusual results or product defects. Perform the necessary re-checks for analytical and microbiological test
Report immediately to supervisor or manager of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the plant equipment or lab instrumentation
Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GLP’s rules
Ensure verification of approved incoming raw milk producers. May be required to be PMO certified for raw milk sampling and antibiotic residue screening
Assists with state and federal screening inspections
Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualification

Laboratory experienceMicrobiological testingChemical titrationsData entryAnalytical skillsFood safety knowledgeQuality auditsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of (1) year experience in a laboratory setting is required
Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing
Ability to operate lab testing instrumentation correctly
All instrumentation is to be operated in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner
Ensures raw milk is received within specifications and meets all food safety and quality requirements
Perform testing and documenting of bulk product loadouts
Perform daily quality line audits, evaluations and testing on plant floor as assigned
Fill out required laboratory data worksheets and logs in an accurate manner
Maintain all results and reports in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality
Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area at all times
Must keep area stocked with sufficient supplies to perform job responsibilities
Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Communication of results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner
Preparation of all solutions and media required in the performance of laboratory tests
Recognize and notify Quality Assurance Manager and appropriate operations supervisors of any unusual results or product defects
Report immediately to supervisor or manager of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the plant equipment or lab instrumentation
Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and GLP's rules
Ensure verification of approved incoming raw milk producers
Assists with state and federal screening inspections

Preferred

College is highly preferred but not required

Benefits

This position is eligible for bonus.
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Company

fairlife, LLC

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fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tim Doelman
Chief Executive Officer
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Eileen Thanner
Chief Operating Officer
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