Quality Control Lab Technician

Clearwater, FL 33765

Posted: 09/09/2024 Employment Type: Contract Division: Life Sciences Job Number: JN -092024-19572 State: Florida

Job Description

Quality Control Lab Technician

Title: Quality Control Lab Technician
Industry: Food/Beverage
Location: Clearwater, FL
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday (3rd Shift) 10:30pm-7am
Pay Rate: $21-22.50 an hr. + $1 shift differential
Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Company Overview:

Our client creates with care and innovates with purpose. They produce clean, authentic, and versatile beverage solutions that make every sip so much better, all with a determined pursuit of sustainably sourced, quality ingredients. Each bottle filled comes with a commitment to natural ingredients, extraordinary taste, high standards of service, and trade ingenuity.

About the Opportunity:
As the Quality Control Lab Technician, you will be responsible for performing lab preparation activities and analyses to maintain the quality and safety of food products, effectively communicating with co-workers, performing a variety of analytical tests on finished goods, raw materials, and packaging, working in both a team environment and independently as needed, and actively working to encourage a culture of quality and safety amongst co-workers.

What You ll Do:
  • Receives and tests incoming raw materials to include flavors, bulk sugar, and packaging
  • Performs analytical and organoleptic tests of finished products
  • Conducts start-up checks of the production line and continues monitoring quality throughout production run
  • Test finished products for quality and able to provide information to adjust batches if necessary
  • Help maintain inventory of laboratory supplies. Notify purchasing when supplies are needed
  • Keep laboratory equipment operating by performing daily calibrations.
  • Responsible for laboratory record keeping and documentations
  • Performs microbiological testing of finished goods and raw materials.
  • Conduct ATP testing of environment and food contact equipment.
  • Understands and follows all applicable GMP s, GLP s, and SSOP s
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment
  • Communicates effectively with all departments to support quality and food safety at all times
  • Responsible for ensuring food safety and notifying production and quality management of food safety risks
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Upholds, inspires, and rewards adoption of company mission and values in the workplace.
Job Requirements:
  • A.S. or B.S. Degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology or Related Field
  • 1+ years in a laboratory environment (preferably in food manufacturing quality experience)
  • Good mathematical skills, reading comprehension and proficiency in required computer systems (Excel, Word, Windows, Data Base Systems)
  • Strong communication and writing skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Attention to detail and the ability to discern variation in color, taste and aroma
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond positively to changes in daily duties and workload
  • Ability to stand, reach, walk, and stoop, as well as push, pull, lift and carry up to 10 pounds
  • Occasional lifting of containers up to 50 pounds
  • Continuous standing and walking throughout the shift
  • Climbing and balancing on ladders
  • Ability to work flexible hours and overtime when needed
  • Can work independently with limited supervision and as part of a team
Client Benefits:
  • A 401(k) plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a % you contribute
  • Affordable health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental, and vision programs.
  • A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
  • Nine company-paid holidays plus one floating holiday and diversity day
  • A fun, dynamic working environment with a growing, energetic, and passionate team
  • A diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome
  • Breakrooms stocked with our delicious products
  • Management that uplifts and nurtures talent & provides continuing education
  • Promotion of health and wellness
  • Company-sponsored fun events
SRG offers flexible staffing solutions with a national presence. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire and executive search services. SRG utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the Staffing industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent. For more exciting opportunities please visit our website at www.srg-us.com

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