Laboratory Technician I

Duties and Responsibilities: Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments including but not limited to Microscopes, IR Analyzers, pH meters. Conduct tests to determine chemical/physical and microbiological characteristics for raw and finished products using established SOPs and regulatory guidelines. Perform sensory analysis on ingredients and finished products to ensure conformance to regulatory and customer quality requirements. Record all test results on standardized forms, and complete data entry into appropriate systems. Responsible for release of fluid product for loadout, batch blend, and/ or packaging lines. Responsible for communicating any out of specification test results and/or other quality issues to appropriate production and/or QA management as necessary. Directs incoming tanker trucks to the appropriate receiving bay as required and notifies appropriate production personnel. Operate the truck scale to ensure accurate weights of incoming and outgoing fluid loads for payment. Generates Bill of Lading and Certificate of Analysis for outgoing bulk tanker loads. Performs calculations including: adjustments for standardizing Evaporated Milk tanks to meet the Regulatory Standard of Identity and product specifications. Provide administrative support during off hours such as answer incoming switchboard calls and security check in/check out of visitors/vendors. Performs other related duties as required by QA Management. Experience & Education Required: Associates Degree in Science or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Knowledge & Skills - Required Must be proficient in time management Functional/Technical skills Demonstrated experience as collaborative, contributing team member. Strong attention to quality and process detail. Confidentiality: The QC Laboratory Technician is exposed on a daily basis to O-AT-KA and Customer product specifications and information meant for internal use, such as ingredients, product loss, etc. that must remain confidential. Management Responsibility: The QC Laboratory Technician is an individual contributor role that operates under the guidance and direction of the Laboratory Supervisor. Work Environment: The QC Laboratory Technician performs duties in both an office and manufacturing environment with majority of time in the QC Laboratory. Must be able to see, sit, stand, bend, and reach. Ability to operate general office equipment (computer, phone, calculator, copier, etc.) and lift up to 35 lbs. required. Must adhere to General Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and wear appropriate PPE when in the Manufacturing plant and exposed to loud noise, hot/cold temperatures and wet floors. Starting Pay: $21/hour Shift: Evenings (2pm-10:30pm) with Saturday and Sunday work requirement every other week plus holidays.