Laboratory Technician - Nights
Company: fairlife, LLC
Location: Goodyear
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates
great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish
consumers.With nearly $2B in annual retail sales, fairlife s
portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes:
fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes, a
sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife
nutrition plan , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better
health.A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company,
fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen
for its industry leading innovation.To learn more about fairlife
and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.
job purpose: The Laboratory Technician monitors and performs
qualitative/quantitative testing of process and product attributes
to ensure food safety and food quality; ensures compliance with all
applicable regulations such as the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance;
complies with all applicable standards such as GFSI (Global Food
Safety), Third party audits such as Silliker, Kosher, and Organic
requirements;--ensures processes, work in progress, incoming goods,
in-process product, finished product meets specifications;
interpretation of testing results to release of product that has
met specifications; and processes documentation for non-conforming
product and communicate information to plant
management.responsibilities:Check butterfat, total solids, pH,
acidity, flavor, odor, cryoscopy, viscosity, brix, HR-1, 2 &3,
temperatures, antibiotics, coliform, DMC, DMSCC and SPC.Calculate
formulas and accelerated shelf life testing.Performs in plant
weight checks, temperature checks, ingredient usage and
distribution, code date verification.Performs environmental testing
and Pre-op swabbing and maintains all records.Conducts pathogen
monitoring on raw & finished products and maintains
results.Responsible for hold/release/rejection of finished goods
and raw materials.Maintains all lab records, internal and external
lab results, inspection reports, vitamin log, water & glycol
records.Coordinates and maintains all third-party laboratory
testing programsResponsible for maintaining proper calibration
standards.Responsible for daily finished product evaluation and
Appendix N antibiotic testing.Assists with state and federal lab
inspections.Performs sensory evaluation of raw material and
finished productHelps control plant losses.Completes all duties in
a manner that is consistent with all aspects of the company safety
rules and good manufacturing practices.Performs related duties as
assigned by the Manager or Supervisor on duty.Responsible for
microbiological testing/documentation of finished and in-process
products; interpret the results and retest/report abnormalities as
needed; generate standard report of resultsConduct routine
inspection of processing areas including documentation to ensure
that all documentation is present and correct and that all areas
comply with GMPs and sanitation requirementsPerforms Quality Team
Audits, including Good Manufacturing Practices and
Housekeeping.--Manage the laboratory operations, maintain lab
equipment and suppliesMust be able to work with
chemicalsskills/qualifications required:Must have High School
diploma at a minimum. Bachelor s degree in a science field or
equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.At
least one or more years with previous laboratory with microbiology
and chemistry experience required. Experience--in a food production
environment preferred.Must be accurate and precise in testing
procedures and mix formulation calculations and have a keen sense
of odors and flavors.Must possess strong oral and written
communication skills.Must be able to read, write and interpret
documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and mathematical
calculations.Must have the ability to read, comprehend and follow
technical instructions, effectively present information in
one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and
other employees of the organization.Must have the ability to hear
and perceive information at normal spoken word levels.Must be able
to speak and understand English fluently.Must have the ability to
add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using
whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.--Must have the
ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed
and involved written or oral instructions and mathematical
calculations.--Must have the ability to prioritize and
organize.Must have the ability to demonstrate superb
decision-making ability to determine best course of action in
assessing test results.Must possess basic computer skills;
knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs required.
Knowledge of MS Office and SAP preferred.Knowledgeable with Good
Manufacturing Practices (GMP s), safety programs and
procedures.Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced,
entrepreneurial environmentworking conditions and physical
requirements:Up to 12 hours sitting/standing/walkingAbility to lift
up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25
poundsExposure to hazards (machinery, confined spaces, etc.)Must be
able to work in and around loud noise levels, industrial machinery,
air-conditioned environments suitable for carrying out controlled
tests.Must be able to operate motorized vehicles or equipmentfood
safety requirements:Notify supervision of any repairs or
adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or
food safety.Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and
usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production
Areas.Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or
Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the
Company.Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of
nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the
product, processes, quality system, or safety system.Identify and
record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the
ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.Control
further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of
Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or
unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.In the event of
absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the
duties and responsibilities as required.shift: Rotating shift
schedule - 3,2,2 (work 3 days, off 2 days, work 2 days, then it
rotates)schedule: 12-hour shift from 6pm to 6amposition location:
Goodyear, AZreports to: Quality Control Supervisor
fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not
discriminate on the basis of--race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any
other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All
qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity.
Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.In addition to
its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide
reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known
disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the
Company. If you have a disability and would like to request
accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please
email--careers fairlife.com.
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