Position : Quality Assurance Technician (Lab Tech)

Location : Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: : 25874

Job Description:

The QA Tech is responsible for efficiently and accurately performing tasks related to the testing of product, setting of samples, and follow-thru on several Quality Assurance programs.   

• Familiarity with all applicable equipment and provide quality inspections on all related items.

• Perform of microbiological and chemical testing of finished products, raw materials and associated items as required.

• Involvement in product weight control, antibiotic testing, lab equipment maintenance and calibration and lab sanitation.

• Maintain communication with other departments and employees as to notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

• Obtain and maintain State certification for antibiotic testing within company guidelines.

• Responsible for adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements

• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.

• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.

• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

OUR QUALILTY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$21.02 per hour

SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri 4PM-12:30AM

BENEFITS:

Union pension plan and 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution*

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays*

Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Service recognition and employee rewards*

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement*

Uniforms provided

Work for dairy farm families

*Varies by company and governing CBAs

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in related field preferred.

• 1 years related experience required

• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.

• Has the ability to flavor milk based, sugar based, and caffeine based products.

• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually the entire shift. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally including overhead.

• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Exposure to chemicals. May have exposure to eggs, strawberries, milk products and nuts.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.

• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).

An Equal Opportunity Employer