Job Details:

Title: Quality Lab Technician III

Duration: 4-6 Weeks

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Shift: 3-11pm CST and 11pm-7am with some flexibility

Job summary:

Job Responsibilities:

• Analytical & physical lab testing: HPLC, titrimeter, colorimeter, density, viscosity, etc.

• Conducting GMP and Process Audits in the production and storage areas of the plant

• Perform data entry into the various Quality System databases

• Responsible for reporting monthly summaries of Quality system functions

• Present training in Quality subjects to new and existing employees

• Review on-line HACCP and MCP log sheets to assure compliance with company policies

• Must be able to work overtime and weekends

• Support Analytical and Quality Assurance program

• Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment

Education & Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Candidates must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks is essential

• Candidates must possess a strong commitment to Quality and Customer Service

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCES

• Previous lab or food safety/quality department experience

• Experience in a food plant in the areas of manufacturing, sanitation, or quality assurance

• A proven work record of attendance and performance

• Ability to learn and execute physical and chemical analyses required for this position

• Ability to compile, retrieve data, and report results on GMI standard data collection systems and Microsoft Excel

• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook