2nd Shift FSQA Technician II- Make - Great Lakes Cheese : Job Details

Job OverviewThe 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 35F to 100F; 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.EEOC & DisclaimerGreat Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.Great Lakes Cheese strives for continued vendor diversity. Due to this, we will not respond to solicitations from search firms from our posted positions.