Job description

Interamerican Foods Corporation

1929 Sparks Drive
Cleburne, Texas

JOB DESCRIPTION – LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (7p-7a shift)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associates degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, biology, biochemistry or related field required with Bachelors’ degree preferred; or three (3) years’ experience as laboratory tech or similar position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Food Safety Systems and HACCP
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP’s)
• Ability to work independently or within a group as needed
• Strong initiative to address issues as presented as well as make recommendations as necessary
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed
• Possesses good observation, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficient in the use of computers
• Ability to work various shifts to meet the needs of the business Strong communication skills and ability to interface with all levels of management as well as outside sources
• Demonstrated planning and organizing abilities Ability to take the lead role in representing the QA department

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Physiochemical analysis of raw materials (moisture, ash, color, freckles, Granulometry, gluten).
• Reception of raw materials.
• Preparation of certificates of product quality.
• Release of cleaning of production equipment.
• Review at the BPM’s plant.
• Inspection of finished product (weight, color, humidity, sensory) process.
• Analysis of physiochemical and microbiological of raw material and finished product.
• Monitoring of deviations from quality in retention of finished product samples.
• Monitoring of nonconforming product and product in observation.
• Weekly graphics generation of quality pasta.
• Disposal of shelf life of finished product samples.
• Handling and care of equipment and laboratory supplies.
• Verification of dimensions in product in process and finished product.
• Collaboration in updating of specifications of raw materials, ingredients, materials and products.
• Verification of metal detectors (critical control point).
• Responsible for ensuring all assigned areas are sanitary and orderly on a daily basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.53 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks if social distancing cannot be maintained.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• laboratory: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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