Laboratory Technician
Company: Simmons Prepared Foods, Inc.
Location: Quakertown
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Supports the overall facility quality
assurance program and the specialized positions within the
department. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts in plant
analysis and in facility audit of production / quality records as
determined by the Quality Manager. Ensures sample collection and
analysis for various post process measurements, including primary
and secondary packaging, product evaluation, sample library
management, collection of samples for product deviation evaluation
and the incubation program. Collects samples for outside laboratory
analysis and customer positive release program. Responsible for
conducting post process examination on samples and reporting all
deviations to the Quality Manager. Administers sample collection in
accordance with facility sampling program, including post process
panels, external analysis, customer positive release, incubation,
product deviations, and sample retains. Responsible for the review
of Finished Goods and Raw Material Analysis for compliance.
Collaborates with R to ensure Finished Product Specifications are
up to date and correct. Reporting, Evaluations & Tests. Inputs
Quality line check data, external laboratory results and
panel/internal analysis results into system. Compiles, sorts and
verifies accuracy of data to be entered. Conducts required post
process evaluations, including standard post process samples,
incubation and product deviations. Conducts daily calibrations
related to tests performed. Uses spreadsheet program to enter and
save numerical data. Manages information including editing,
creating, manipulating, entering and retrieving data from
databases. Creates reports to communicate information to other
departments. Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in
the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team
concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best
practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings.
As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all
major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes,
etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack
cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and
working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and
actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve
synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons Operating
systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons'
established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office
environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the
responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this
position's role in support of these systems - including a
consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems
and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement
ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business
objectives: This position description is intended to guide the
activities of the person in this position and is not intended to
limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of
this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work
that may be required of the person in this position. Physical
Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually
verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with
Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or
electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups.
Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a
manufacturing environment and surrounding property. May travel via
car or plane to various work locations. Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE): As required by visiting facility. Travel: Travels
is very limited, domestically to and from facilities or work-sites,
possibly requiring some overnight stays. Technical Experience: Some
Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience preferred. Working
knowledge of current laboratory procedures, HACCP principles and
plant GMPs. Computer skills including functional knowledge of
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Gmail. Thermal
Processing knowledge & double seam knowledge required if the
position supports a Pet Food facility. Industry Experience:
Preference for food processing organization. Minimum Education:
High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education: Bachelor's
or 2-year degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry
or related field or some college level Science courses (i.e.
general chemistry). Competencies: Informing: Provides the
information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good
about being a member of the team, unit, and/or the organization;
provides individuals information so that they can make accurate
decisions; is timely with information. Organizing: Can marshal
resources (people, funding, material, and support) to get things
done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a
goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges
information and files in a useful manner. Action-Oriented: Enjoys
working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things
he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of
planning; seizes more opportunities than others. Integrity and
Trust: Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual;
can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful
manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't' misrepresent
him/herself for personal gain.
Keywords: Simmons Prepared Foods, Inc., Bethlehem , Laboratory Technician, Professions , Quakertown, Pennsylvania
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