Job Overview
The Cheese Make Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician supports the overall Food Safety Plan through monitoring, record / product review and inspections.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct analytical and performance tests on raw materials, cheese, whey, and all by products; and effectively document and communicate results.
- Complete investigatory swabbing and aid with remediation investigations and action implementation.
- Inventory laboratory supplies.
- Complete proficiency testing and split samples.
- Lead product retesting and ANSI inspections.
- Complete and record monitoring and verification actives.
- Enter results into various computer software programs.
- Review HTST Charts.
- Complete calibration, troubleshooting and maintenance on all laboratory and receiving equipment.
- Ensure that records, logs, and data are in compliance with associated regulatory and company requirements.
- All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures
- All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by plant FSQA leadership.
- Maintain company confidentiality.
- The pay for this position is $23.95-$24.95. All offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity.
This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Degree
- Knowledge / understanding of chemical and physical processes relating to cheese quality.
- Ability to complete tasks based on standard procedures.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work cross-functionally.
- Basic Computer skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree in Food Science or related field
- Food Manufacturing experience, preferably in dairy and cheese make
- 1 year of FSQA Technician experience
- SAP experience
- HACCP Certification
Working Conditions
Occasional exposure to industrial operations including : temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB;
moisture and moving machinery.
- Work is performed in a lab setting.
- Hair nets, ear plugs / muffs, hardhats, and / or safety glasses may be required.
- Ability to constantly stand / walk; bend / flex / extend neck; frequently grip / reach / lift / pull with L / R hands.
- Work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 60-80 degrees F.
16 days ago