Quality Lab Tech - Nights
Company: Danone North America
Location: Mount Crawford
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
About the jobGeneral Summary The Quality Technician is a
self-driven/self-motivated candidate capable of working
proficiently, both independently and as part of a team, without
direct supervision. The successful individual must have a passion
for safety and be able to foster effective working relationships
built upon trust and respect within all levels of the organization.
Persons must possess excellent communication skills to effectively
interact on a timely basis via appropriate communication media both
internally and externally. Persons must possess strong technical
and computer related skills. The successful individual will
monitor, test, record, and react on data pertaining to
products/production processes/quality systems to ensure highest
standards of quality and food safety are met or exceeded and
products produced are in compliance with federal, state, and
company specifications. Persons must be capable of producing
accurate results, while multi-tasking in a fast paced work
environment. Persons must anticipate problems/conflicts,
problem-solve and react accordingly, and maintain a proactive
approach to all work tasks and any issues as they arise. The
Quality Technician must be cross-trained on all Quality Laboratory
functions and must maintain a thorough knowledge of laboratory
equipment to include operation, calibration, maintenance,
troubleshooting, and repair. The Quality Technician must interpret,
understand, support, and have working knowledge of Plant/Corporate
protocols and programs, as well as facility systems, including
informational/operational/management systems. The successful
individual will also actively support new system installations and
implementations and seek to continually maintain reliability. The
successful individual implements continuous improvements within all
systems and seeks to minimize waste and loss. The Quality
Technician will assist/train/coach employees within all levels of
the organization in regards to quality and food safety related
topics.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work safely, as well as
report and assist in mitigating all safety concerns Comprehend and
support plant/corporate protocols and programs, as well as facility
systems, including informational/operational/management systems
such as Sample6, IQS/Sigma, and Ignition. Communicate effectively
with other departments, management, and employees including
notifying appropriate teams when problems and/or concerns arise
Work independently or within a team, with and without supervision
Ability to prioritize and multi-task to ensure that all job
functions are completed accurately in a timely manner Facilitate,
attend and participate in team meetings and programs Perform
analytical, chemical, microbiological, and allergenic analysis both
routine and episodic Provide oversight for facility systems and
actively participate and support the development, implementation,
day to day operation, and maintenance of checks and balance
programs such as coding checks, OQI (operator quality inspection)
review, batch ownership including batch correction, and filler
inspections. Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible
and accurate format and completed with all required information
Anticipate problems/conflicts, problem-solve, and react React to
data, perform out-of-specification mitigation Properly manage
product inventory utilizing programs such as SAP and SharePoint
Monitor, operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair
laboratory instruments and equipment without assistance
Participate in laboratory Specialist Program Attend and practice
all required training Utilize root cause analysis thought process,
maintain a proactive approach, and support sustainable solutions
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, actively participate in
identifying and correcting opportunities to improve processes
including participation in the creation and documentation of
Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions, the creation
and maintenance of preventative maintenance standards, the writing
of One Point Lessons, and participation in continuous improvement
methodology events Follow QMS, Good Manufacturing Practices and 5S
methodology to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area,
maintaining audit ready status at all times Actively participate in
Pillar activities (i.e. Quality, Focused Improvement, Safety, etc.)
including but not limited to observations, inspections, and
recommendations. Supports plant production needs and priorities to
achieve plant goals Assist, train, and coach employees. Comply with
all regulations, policies and procedures All other duties as
assigned or become evident About you Qualifications This section
identifies the minimum job specifications required to perform the
job.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong teamwork skills Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to manage high pressure situations calmly Ability to learn
all functions of job within a reasonable amount of time Ability to
prioritize and multitask Proven decision making ability Ability to
read, understand, and follow written instructions Ability to keep
accurate records Proficiency in basic laboratory equipment (i.e.
pipets, pH meters, balances) Ability to perform troubleshooting
tasks Proficiency in MS Office and basic PC skills Ability to work
various hours and shifts
Able to work overtime when required
Education and Experience
Associate or Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Bio-Technology,
Food Science, or comparable
program. (Or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Achieve and maintain required certifications and training
Materials and Equipment Directly Used: Various Laboratory
instruments and equipment to include manual and electronic devices;
subject to change with business. Office machinery including:
computers, printers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, etc.
Software including: Microsoft Office including Outlook Industrial
power equipment (Electric carts, forklift, scissor, pallet jack,
etc.)
Working Conditions Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel
objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb
stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The
employee will lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by the job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the
ability to adjust focus. Specific hearing requirements include
ability to hear and perceive information at normal spoken volume
levels.
Work Environment:
Work is performed throughout the facility and includes limited
exposure to adverse conditions such as cold/hot areas and loud
noise. Potential hazards include, but are not limited to, proximity
of moving machinery, chemical exposure, noise, or heavy lifting.
The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move
equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time. PPE
includes safety glasses, hearing protection, sanitary footwear, and
any other devices prescribed for specific testing or routines.
Disclaimer The above information on this description has been
designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by employees within this classification. It is not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees
assigned to this job.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all
qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion,
gender, genetic testing information, sexual orientation, gender
identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry,
age, disability, military service, status as a disabled veteran or
Vietnam-era veteran, disability or any other consideration made
unlawful by state, federal or local law. All employment practices
and personnel actions, including hiring, termination, job
assignment, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and
training are made without regard to any status protected under
applicable law. It is our policy to select the most qualified
person for each position in the organization, whether that is a new
hire, a transfer to another position, or a promotion.
This policy applies to all persons involved in the operation of
Danone North America, including, but not limited to, employees,
vendors, customers and their employees, contract and temporary
workers and anyone else on the Company's property.About usAt Danone
North America, you'll work with some of the best-known food and
beverage brands in the world likeActivia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos,
Evian, and Happy Family.You'll be part of one of the largest
Certified B Corps--- in the world, working together to make sure
our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the
planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come
join our movement to bring health through food to as many people as
possible.
Danone North America doesn't just welcome what makes you unique, we
value it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative
action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications,
merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote
regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status,
genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to
our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in
the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.
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