Evolution Fresh · 1 day ago
Micro Lab Technician
Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, including Evolution Fresh. The Micro Lab Technician role contributes to the success of Evolution Fresh by ensuring product quality, maintaining records, and conducting various testing activities in a laboratory environment.
Food & Beverages
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
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)
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Group Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Group Short & Long-Term Disability
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Gym Membership Discounts
Company
Evolution Fresh
Evolution Fresh peels, presses, and squeezes raw fruits and vegetables. It is a sub-organization of Starbucks.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-11-10Acquired
Recent News
2025-03-26
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