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Saputo Inc. · 1 day ago

Laboratory Technician

Frederick, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$25.31/hr - $28.31/hr

Saputo Inc. is a top 10 global dairy processor committed to high-quality products and community support. The Laboratory Technician role involves performing analytical and microbiological testing of dairy products, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Food and BeverageFood Processing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collects samples and 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 requirements

Exceptional organizational skills in order to maintain all QC records and filing

Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents and enter data into Power BI system

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 through SAP

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 (CDFA, DFA 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

Implements and maintains all Saputo quality systems (i.e. SQF)

Other duties as required by management

Qualification

Microbiological testingQuality control functionsRegulatory certificationFood safety trainingData entry (Power BI)SAP proficiencyMath skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skills

Required

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 requirements

Exceptional organizational skills in order to maintain all QC records and filing

Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents and enter data into Power BI system

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 through SAP

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 (CDFA, DFA 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

Implements and maintains all Saputo quality systems (i.e. SQF)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Ability to pass and successfully maintain regulatory certification, as required

Strong math skills

Strong computer and business skills (SAP, Microsoft Office products, email, copy, scanning)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated work history

Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes, but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), prolonged periods of standing/walking, bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment throughout the shift

Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures

Good visual acuity with the ability to see color

Physical lifting up to 40lbs intermittently throughout the shift

Physical lifting up to 50lbs with assistance

Shift flexibility

Preferred

Associate degree with a concentration in Food or Dairy Science

Previous experience with food quality specifications, process control monitoring and positive release documentation or similar experience with strict adherence to protocol

Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications

An working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, FSMA, PCQI, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.)

Benefits

Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment

Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family

Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Company

Saputo Inc.

Glassdoor3.5

Saputo produces, markets, and distributes various dairy products.

Founded in 1954

Montréal, Quebec, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.saputo.com/

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