Newly Weds Foods · 6 days ago
Microbiology Technician - 3rd shift
Dyersburg, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNewly Weds Foods is seeking a Quality Assurance Micro Lab Tech to perform microbiology sampling, plating, and testing of samples daily. The role involves conducting microbiological analyses, maintaining quality system records, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Food and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Aseptically performs microbiology sampling, plating, and testing of samples daily
Conducts microbiological qualitative or quantitative analyses by meticulously following all SOP’s and laboratory methods. Examples include media preparations, sample preparation, plate samples, air plates, water testing, swabs, and reading plates
Entering all microbiological data and maintaining proper record keeping for media preparation, autoclaves, pH
Demonstrates proficiency in all microbiological tests that are assigned. This includes submitting accurate and timely results based on the analysis
Creates customer required COA’s and communicates the results in timely manner
General understanding of SAP system, releasing, blocking and unblocking of finished products
Communicating out of specification results to department supervisor/manager, sanitation and production managers if needed
Identifies and communicates results that require further discussion with Department Manager/Supervisor
Assists in maintaining quality system records to comply with all accrediting agencies
Perform regular maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments by inspecting, calibrating, cleaning, or sterilizing
Learns new techniques and technologies as appropriate
Participates in special projects as assigned by the Department Manager/Supervisor
Maintains a clean and sterilized laboratory environment
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years' experience in QA role within the food production industry
Ability to pass Comprehension and Math Tests
Must have Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel, SAP, and AS400
Good understanding of GMPs, analytical and microbiological testing
Ability to interact effectively with various levels of professionals in the organization
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Ability to guide, teach and communicate with others
Willingness to learn new skills and teach others
Must be able to attend work as scheduled
Must be able to read and write in English
Must be able to perform basic math problems
Must be able to perform the jobs of his team members
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
Must be able to interact with others in a professional manner
Preferred
Four-year college degree preferred or equivalent education, training, and/or experience
PCQI training or HACCP certification preferred
Company
Newly Weds Foods
Newly Weds Foods is the Producer of premium batters, breadings, coatings, spices and seasonings to the processed food industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-10-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Lynn Theiss
Vice President, Chief Technical Officer
ALAN BREEDLOVE
DIRECTOR, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
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