Spherion Staffing of Lake & Sumter County has an opening for a Food QA Technician to join a busy and growing Manufacturer located in Eustis, FL.
The Laboratory Technician performs administrative and laboratory duties established by the QC/QA Manager. This position requires an individual willing to follow all established regulations, company policies, and cross-train in laboratory equipment, methods, procedures, and sensory evaluations.
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This is a temp-to-hire position with the possibility of being a direct hire position. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 11:00 pm to 7:30 am. Must be able to work occasional weekends, holidays, and evenings.
The starting pay is determined by experience.
Responsibilities:
Create, distribute, and maintain Certificates of Analysis
Create internal specification sheets
Coordinate required testing with third party lab, including creating and distributing transmittal testing forms
Ensures proper storage, organization, and disposal of retain samples.
File laboratory paperwork and understand multiple filing systems
Cross-train in preparing and performing sensory (organoleptic) evaluations
Cross-train in performing chemical and physical analyses on various samples, including raw material, intermediate and finished products. Tests include but are not limited to visual inspections, specific gravity, refractive index, flashpoint, brix, pH, moisture, etc.
Enter and look up information in different system databases (Batch Metrics / S2K)
Report out of specification results in a timely manner to responsible individuals and departments.
Cross-train in any applicable laboratory instrument calibration activities.
Follow established Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices including use of PPE.
Assist with general lab upkeep; Keep work areas clean and organized
Any other reasonable duty assigned by management
Working hours: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Skills:
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Visual acuity required to perform inspections
Excellent attention to detail. Organized record keeping.
Sense of urgency with ability to effectively multitask and re-prioritize as needed
Safety minded. Consistently works safely and adheres to safety protocol
Self-motivated, organized, and follows through to completion
Clear, concise communication
Desire to be part of and work in a team environment
Education:
Bachelors
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
A Bachelors or Associate degree in science is preferred
Prior experience in laboratory setting a plus
Ability to make mathematical computations
Knowledge of laboratory tests and analyses a plus.
Ability to handle samples and laboratory equipment.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office and other work-related databases
For immediate consideration, please submit resume or call/text our office at 352-728-8787.
Spherion Staffing
1710 Citrus Blvd. Suite 1 & 2
Leesburg, FL 34748
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