Job description
Job Summary:
Conducts analyses on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. Follows all ISO 17025 Management System protocols, adheres to Good Laboratory Practices and follows safety requirements. Creates and distributes laboratory reports. Assist with the training and implementation of all practices and procedures associated with Food Safety, Food Security and Food Quality.
Job Description:
Job Duties:
- Conducts analyses on raw materials and finished food products to ensure compliance with Blue Diamond Growers quality standards, customer requirements, and US/foreign government regulations.
- Responsible for the operation, calibration and maintenance of microbiological laboratory instrumentation. Complies with biohazard waste disposal requirements.
- Coordinates and/or performs the Environmental Monitoring of the Production Facilities. Works closely with Production and Sanitation to ensure monitoring standards and corrective actions are being followed.
- Initiates and completes Corrective Action Report or Preventive Action Report to address nonconformities or opportunities for improvement. Completes root cause investigation, identifies potential corrective action, selects/implements corrective action, and monitors corrective action.
- Helps coordinate work flow activities for Micro Laboratory Technicians. Provides assistance with laboratory bench work as needed. Performs media preparation and kitchen duties as needed.
- Fulfills all requirements associated with maintaining laboratory approvals.
- Meets all collaborative standards associated with laboratory proficiency programs.
- Provides laboratory reports relating to laboratory analyses, disposition of products, holds and clearances.
- Performs internal audits as assigned.
- Provides technical assistance for Industrial Operations Departments. As well, provides technical assistance for Customer Service Reps and Sales Managers.
- Analyzes technical aspects of activities and determines appropriate methods and procedures to be used. Conducts method development.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related field.
- Three - five years of applicable laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Team attitude and cooperation. Fosters a positive working environment. Ability to relay clear and concise communication.
- Thorough knowledge and technical proficiency in microbiology, micro lab instruments and techniques; including PCR/MDS, sample plating and media preparations. Knowledge associated with Laboratory Information Management System.
- Quality, sanitary, accuracy and quantity of analysis work. Reliability of judgments and decisions made. Possess good time management and organizational skills for daily tasks and long-term projects. Takes initiative.
Education:
Bachelors (Required)
Other Job Details:
Work Shift:
Day
Pay Type:
Salary
Hourly Rate (if applicable):
N/A
Exempt Salary Range (if applicable):
$59,400.00 - $77,100.00
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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.
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