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Evolution Fresh · 1 day ago

Micro Lab Technician

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25.50/hr - $30.50/hr

1+ years exp

Generous Brands, which includes Evolution Fresh, is committed to providing vibrant nutrition through its leading beverage brands. The Micro Lab Technician role is essential for ensuring product quality by maintaining testing records, conducting various tests, and ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards in the laboratory environment.

Food & Beverages

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Maintain records and manages all aspects of testing activities

Petrifilm plating and interpretation of results

Ability to conduct startup procedures and closeout procedures

Process Plant trial samples and send to third party Laboratory

Process and interpret all production samples

Conducts investigations in data deviations

Calibration of lab equipment and trouble shooting

Perform sample preparation and testing of raw materials and finished products

Complete data and follows the status of all tests, generate reports and communicate findings

Perform Sterile Air and environmental Air testing according to EMP

Conduct water sampling and testing

Maintain the safety, cleanliness and hygienic laboratory work environment including periodic/planned maintenance, cleaning and monitoring of equipment and the work areas

Follow lab safety protocols to maintain lab hygiene and eliminate cross contamination

Participate in proficiency program and test control samples

Assist or perform other duties/projects as assigned

Qualification

Microbiology experienceManufacturing PracticesAnalytical skillsReport writingMechanical aptitudeFood safety regulationsBasic math functionsMicrosoft WindowsAttention to detailCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Some experience in Microbiology/ Chemistry lab in the food processing environment

Regulated food manufacturing environment with familiarity of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards (1 year)

Scientific method and report writing (1 year)

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision

Mechanical/Technical Aptitude to troubleshoot minor equipment failures and make minor adjustments

Ability to perform basic math functions

Basic skills in Microsoft Windows and internet applications

Ability to work with a diverse team environment

Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures

Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs

Preferred

4 year degree

Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)

Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF)