QC Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• As a Quality Control Technician, you will ensure that products are of consistent quality by performing wet chemistry testing, and GC, GC/MS analysis of Raw Materials and Finished Products in support of Taste, Texture and Health division.
• Additionally, you will be assisting Quality Assurance in OOS investigations and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
• At client, being a force for good is not optional.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value.
• Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze raw material, in-process, and finished product samples via GC and GC/MS according to established SOP’s.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on GC and GC/MS.
• Provides Sensory Support in both preparation and evaluation of ingredients and finished products.
• Follows all Lab and Site safety and GMP rules.
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner and completes all paperwork correctly.
• Ensure instrument calibrations are within tolerances and recalibrate as needed.
• Sample and test/retest raw materials and approve/reject based upon the results.
• If reject, let Production and Purchasing know immediately.
• Also create non-conformances for the rejections.
• Perform tests required for specification sheets, MSDS’ and nutrient information sheets.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Offer suggestions for solving problems and expediting tasks.
• Train new employees in the testing and procedures of the QC lab.
• Ensure adherence to all management systems including, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and FSSC 22000, with an understanding of Client’s Quality and Environmental Policies and Procedures.
• Responsible that these policies and procedures are implemented throughout the organization and all related activities under the position’s jurisdiction.
• Compliance with all company policies is required.
• Other functions as required (nonessential functions).

Education and Experience:

• B.S. degree in Chemistry, Food science, or related scientific field.
• 3-5 years hands-on industry
• GC, GC/MS experience preferred.
• Experience in a flavor / food manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience with MS Office: Word, Excel and standard MS office software is required.
• LIMS and SAP experience preferred.

Work Environment:

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.