QA Lab Technician_

Melrose Park

Kelly is hiring a **QA Lab Technician** for one of our food manufacturing clients in **Melrose Park, IL**

+ 2nd shift working M-F 1:30pm to 10:00pm. Training on 2nd shift for 3-4 weeks. 1st day is on day shift for orientation; afterwards is 2nd shift.

+ $18.00 - $21.00hr based on experience

+ Long term temp through Oct/November to cover a medical leave. Potential to extend/convert but no guarantee.

This site makes batters and breading for meat products!

Note: You will be working in a lab but sometimes you'll be on the plant floor which can be hot and dusty

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Open to recent grads with Science degree

If you don't have a Science Degree any lab experience is okay but food and pharma industry is preferred.

1 onsite interview required

Role entails 30-40% data entry and 70-60% testing in the lab

Will be doing sensory testing such as visual and aroma/No taste testing needed

Some of the responsibilities include:

Product testing-perform all lab-testing procedures required and complete data sheets or data entry into the computer system. This includes any analysis required on finished products and mixer samples.

Prepare hold reports and hold pallet tags completely giving product, lot, count, reason and disposition. Apply pallet tags on appropriate material promptly and remove any voided reject pallet tags.

Keep lab clean in every aspect and set up for next lab technician.

Computer records of all produced should be completed on an ongoing basis.

Retain samples, organize and label retain samples. Maintain records. Pulls retain samples when requested.

Control samples-organize and maintain control samples. Pull control samples prior to runs.

Sample rechecks- resampling and testing of samples that have been placed on hold for various reasons and determining proper disposition of sample.

Packaging line audits- conducts packaging line audits as requested, audits involve sampling product, testing, checking weights, HACCP audit, date code control, seals and reporting results. Conduct walk through of production area of responsible product, make visual observations and report potential problems to lead operator and/or supervisor..

Check magnet samples and sifter tailings at scheduled frequency. Keep complete records.

Weight control audit – collect weight data from all production lines as per schedule.

Special experiment – help develop new and improved laboratory procedures. Assist in experiments designed to improve products and processes.

Sample, test, check against specifications, accept or reject incoming raw materials in absence of ingredient technician.

Miscellaneous duties – dispose of animal feed modules, clean equipment and furnishings as prescribed by sanitation schedule.

Be available for further training as may be required by Company. Carry out other such duties as may be required by QA Supervisor and QA Manager. Follow mandatory Plant policies and procedures: GMP, HACCP, allergens control, safety.

Qualifications/Skills:

+ Associates diploma or Bachelor's degree preferred. High school diploma required.

+ Minimum of 2 years’ experience within Quality Assurance in food manufacturing preferred.

+ Strong problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

+ Computer proficiency preferred. SAP is a plus

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