QC Associate

Follow appropriate methods and SOPS on all tasks. Maintain quality control records.

· Ensure laboratory equipment’s are maintained and calibrated.

· Responsible for accurate performance of testing, recording and sampling of products and ingredients.

· To perform the analysis and pass the information in a timely and accurate flow to the plant staff and management is required.

· Read, calculate, record data in Laboratory Data System (QA Studio).

Understand, follows and enforce GMP’s

· Read, enter and evaluate process control samples

· Support root cause analysis investigations and suggest appropriate corrective actions.

· Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing and blending.

· Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Correct any discrepancies that occur on the worksheet.

· Support quality and continuous improvement process.

· Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required.

· Update equipment records on forms or in software systems as needed.

· Must keep up-to-date on assigned training.

· Adhere to all safety policies.

· Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system.

· Perform other lab related tasks as needed such as pH, brix, salt, water activity 

· Has a responsibility to support and assist in the execution of the Food Safety and Quality Systems.

· Must enjoy working with others in a respectful environment that emphasizes continuous improvement, and coaching and skills development.

· Thorough knowledge of warehousing and food production workplace health and safety regulations.

· Ability to prioritize and balance multiple ongoing tasks, and deal with change.

· Exceptional communication skills and ability to interact with clients and peers to build a sustainable Safety Culture.

· Critical thinking with exceptional problem solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.

· Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in high output environment.

· Ability to balance multiple projects.

· Other duties as assigned for growth and development.

Required Education and Experience

· 2-3 years of experience.

· The candidate must have a general knowledge of analytical testing and equipment set up and calibrations, to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain the correct results.

· Basic lab equipment and analytical knowledge is needed.

· A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to analyze the content of samples.

· A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment.

· Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

· Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure that analysis is completed within specified time period.

· Proficient in computer skills including Excel, Word, Emails, etc.

· Will be expected to work with minimal supervision.

Work Environment
must be able to work in a busy and sometimes noisy manufacturing facility and warehouse. Must work as needed in various inside and outside locations with varying temperatures and floor surfaces, including a frozen warehouse environment. Must be willing to provide training or other services on all shifts, as necessary. Must wear personal protective equipment as defined/required by job assignments.