About the Role
The primary responsibility of this role is to perform analytical and microbiological testing using established methodologies to ensure that all products meet food safety, quality specifications, and aseptic requirements. This includes testing finished goods, in-process items, and conducting equipment swabbing. The role utilizes approved laboratory techniques and performs complex calculations to ensure timely and accurate results.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and verify food safety preventive controls and critical factors (e.g., thermal process, sterilization) to ensure compliance.
- Perform package checks on production lines, ensuring that quality standards are met, and report any issues to QA management.
- Support testing of new or revised product formulas and packaging materials to ensure their safety and compliance.
- Conduct Pre-Operational Inspections, cleaning verification swabs, and allergen swabs as part of quality assurance processes.
- Educate and support team members on food safety responsibilities and best practices for good manufacturing procedures.
- Analyze data to identify trends and patterns, leading continuous improvement efforts and projects to enhance product and process quality.
- Maintain work areas, testing equipment, and laboratory tools in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Place non-conforming products on hold, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with leadership to investigate, determine root cause, and identify non-conforming product range.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in manufacturing quality assurance in a highly regulated environment such as food or pharmaceutical manufacturing, preferred not required.
Required Skills
- Analytical and microbiological testing skills.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Ability to analyze data and identify trends.
