Quality Control Lab Technician - The Staffing Resource Group, Inc

Quality Control Lab Technician

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

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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