Lab Technician

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The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: GENERAL 85% Maintain the LCOP (Listeria Control Program) by performing weekly Listeria swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling Maintain the Pre-Operational environmental swabbing and testing program by performing weekly swabbing of the areas that are selected for sampling Maintain the environmental air monitoring program by performing weekly swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling. Implement Micro Corrective Action when results of LCOP, Pre-Operational, and operational environment swabbing have exceeded limits. Complete testing on all finished product that has been produced during scheduled operating hours. Maintain the QPT (Quarterly USDA Pathogen Testing Program) by sending out finished product samples to contract outside laboratory. Complete validation, calibration, temperature monitoring, and cleaning of all Micro Lab equipment. Perform required testing of materials/raw materials per established schedule or on an ad hoc basis. Read, record, and enter all chemistry results; inform management of any high results that are outside the acceptable spec range for chemistry, film, etc. Clean all lab equipment, and surfaces daily or as needed. Calibrate all lab equipment daily. Inform management of any results that are outside of specifications. Performs data entry to software tool as applicable and/or maintains relevant spreadsheets. Conducts Gold Standard chemistries. May be required to perform pre-op inspection. Monitor all the CCP's (smokehouse cooking schedule) associated with the HACCP program to be able to advise management on any scientific validation issues. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP's). Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary. SAFETY 15% Participate and accurately complete all necessary monthly and yearly trainings for safety and SQF compliance. Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment. Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area. Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the foreman/supervisor. Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly. Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards such as condensation monitoring, etc. Required Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Experience: 6 months+ of relevant manufacturing experience. Preferred: Knowledge and experience in Quality Systems and production are desirable to perform the duties of this position. Prior knowledge of food processing equipment helpful. Knowledge of SAP preferred. Ability to calibrate delicate instruments and take accurate readings on fine gauges. Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing materials, and or manufacturing preferred. The starting rate for this role is $18.55 (Hourly). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link's Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link's provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off. PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Proven thorough understanding of one or two step instructions and deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to read and interpre

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