Quality Control Laboratory Tech​/Boston, Texas Plant

Quality Control Laboratory Tech / New Boston, Texas Plant (Food Services) Responsibilities

• Perform various wet and instrumental analytical tests on samples received in the lab; titrations (colorimetric, potentiometric, Karl Fischer), viscosity, color, pH, FTIR, NIR. Follow QC lab check standard and calibration procedures. Report non-conformities to supervisor immediately.
• Samples include: production samples (raw materials, in-process samples, finished goods), R&D samples, customer returns.
• Approve incoming raw materials used for production. Log samples according to SOP, create product file and analyze according to Raw Material Master Specification document; retain sample, record data in product file and Batchcalc; complete file and approve in Navision. Ensure accuracy/integrity of data taking additional steps when required and report product non-conformances to supervisor.
• Approve finished product for shipment to customers. Review and approve batch sheets for production, log samples according to SOP, create product file and analyze samples according to Finished Good Master Specification document; retain samples, record data in product file and Batchcalc; create/review the COA; review and complete file and approve in Navision. Ensure accuracy/integrity of data taking additional steps when required and report product non-conformances to supervisor.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Navision by completing raw material and finished good inspection orders, merging storage tanks and changing the location of raw materials received in railcars. Document all issues with raw materials and finished goods thoroughly in the folder and communicate these to the supervisor.
• Maintain laboratory work space, equipment, and instrumentation in clean, operational condition. Ensure lab equipment/instruments are functional properly and working space is clean and orderly.
• Perform instrument calibrations on a daily or monthly basis, or as specified in SOPs. Record data, check for accuracy and compliance to standards; report non-conformances to supervisor or senior lab personnel.
• Assist as directed by QC Lab Manager with current Coim practice for non-conforming products, customer complaints, etc.
• Prepare standard stock solutions for analytical methods.
• Assist with daily lab chores such as 5‑day and heat aging analyses, 7‑day performance tests, reading chill tests and folder maintenance and filing.
• Assist with keeping the lab fully stocked, including reporting low levels of supplies, checking the inventory, putting away newly received supplies and stock rotation.
• Maintain product retains according to SOP; record product information in file, store samples, dispose of old retains (following safety procedures), and record final appearance at time of disposal. Record information when retains are opened or borrowed by other groups and returned.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.
• Work together with R&D, production, customer service and shipping & receiving personnel to provide quality products and service to customers, following ISO 9001 and Coim procedures.