Lab Technician

What are we looking for?

• At least High School Diploma or equivalent; science background/continuing education preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, prior experience in food related manufacturing or GMP environment preferred.
• Problem solving skill and systematic thinking.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and technical skills adequate as outlined above.
• Effective verbal & written communication skills.
• Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently without supervision as well as within a team setting.
• Physical requirements:
  
  Some pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) necessary.

• Quality tests of all incoming raw materials as specified in reception procedure.
• Sampling raw materials from bulk trucks, tankers, pallets big bags, and totes.
• Perform various laboratory analysis on raw materials according to control plan.
• Perform receiving document procedures (delivery documentations) and sign delivery documents including, if necessary, quality / quantity objections.
• Inform Laboratory Manager of quality deviations according to product standards and production procedures.
• Accept or decline reception of goods according to reception procedures.
• Collaborate with raw material supply coordinator on inbound receiving scheduling priority.
• Maintain lab inventory including chemicals, consumables, and testing kits.
• Perform area-related equipment first level maintenance.
• Detect and report raw material quality issues.
• Prepare samples and documentation for external labs.
• Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP's.
• Promote high quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Laboratory Manager.

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.