Process Technician

ROLE PURPOSE

Lab technician(s) ensures the plant scientific and medical laboratory is prepared for taking test samples, keeping lab records, maintaining equipment and provide data to support findings.

Protecting our people and the environment is foundational to our business. Each team member is expected to support the Tate & Lyle culture where Environment, Health, Food Safety and Quality comply with all EHSQ policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to their work. Team members are expected to speak up and intervene to prevent unsafe conditions and to respect fellow workers and the communities in which we work.

Included in this is abidance with our Life Saving Principles (LSP’s) and our STOP WORK AUTHORITY which are developed to strengthen our workplace safety, prevent serious injury loss of life. Responsible for quality and food safety within their realm of control.

• Required to learn how to operate various lab instruments
• Understand and perform test methods used both in process and final product testing
• Ability to understand and make necessary changes from test analysis
• Understand Certificate of Analysis (C of
  
  A) and the requirements of each C of A specifications
• Ability to utilize SAP system
• Ability to navigate and enter data into excel spreadsheets
• Perform various calibration and standard test on lab instruments
• Prepare and collect product samples for outside testing
• Assist in the investigation of quality issues and findings
• Understanding and communication with members of management on various test and projects
• Know the hazards of chemical reagents used in test methods and general use in the lab
• Understand and adhere to safety and GMP policies and procedures
• Ability to progress through the lab matrix within the allotted time
• Ability to pass the written test for the lab matrix
• Ability to perform and assist in lock outs and writing permits
• Reviews and follows Non-GMO policies and procedures

Food Safety:
Carry out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption. Environment:
Comply with all environmental standards, procedures, and work instructions always. Report any environmental violation or near misses to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle. Health & Safety:
Adhere to the safety policies, procedures, and site rules. Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Two (2) years of manufacturing experience preferred

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.