Senior Lab Technician, Green Coffee Quality

*
* Location:

** Corporate Offices in Orrville, Ohio
* Daily prioritization of the samples and testing required to meet daily time pressures.
* Log and tracking of each individual sample.
* Complete data analysis and data entry while adhering to testing and methodology protocols to ensure that the data collected is reliable and accurate for all required QC tests.
* Leverage Oracle purchasing, and inventory systems to identify and prioritize daily work
* Support the Cupping Room schedule to ensure adequate QC coverage to meet the business requirements
* Prepare samples for various laboratory tests and entering results into business systems.
* Complete technical testing of incoming raw materials and evaluate the raw materials for adherence to purchasing specifications.
* Support Lab equipment maintenance and calibrations & other quality requirements with Corporate Quality lab.
* Support Data Co-ops with internal sites to ensure calibration between the sites.
* Participate in why-why analysis, troubleshooting, and Quality investigations related to samples
* Accountable for key quality results and systems. Owns lab systems and Quality Key Elements
* Qualify as a Green Coffee Flavorist responsible for the flavor analysis of green coffee components and blends.
* Prepare and complete evaluations of green coffee deliveries, green coffee inventory, flavor standards, and soluble powders.
* Complete 1-2 years of cupping calibration, including completion of 54 blind cupping comparisons and complete knowledge of over 100 source country coffee’s and the attributes of those coffees.
* 2+ years analytical, technical or quality assurance experience
* Strong attention to detail and capacity to learn data entry for multiple systems & scenarios
* Demonstrated capability in analyzing data/situations & problem solving
* Strong organization and time management skills
* Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office
* Demonstrated results in driving continuous improvement
* Demonstration of a “flow to the work” mentality to meet the changing business needs
* Ability to work independently to drive own results
* Ability to travel approximately 2-4 times per year, typically training-related
* Our Total Rewards benefits
* Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop
* Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization.
#J-18808-Ljbffr