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Job Description
This full-time position works Friday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYThe incumbent supports implementation of HACCP, SOP, SSOP, SQF, R&D, and performs laboratory functions. Completes documentation and carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:
- Maintain the LCOP (Listeria Control Program) by performing weekly Listeria swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling
- Maintain the Pre-Operational environmental swabbing and testing program by performing weekly swabbing of the areas that are selected for sampling
- Maintain the environmental air monitoring program by performing weekly swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling.
- Implement Micro Corrective Action when results of LCOP, Pre-Operational, and operational environment swabbing have exceeded limits.
- Complete testing on all finished product that has been produced during scheduled operating hours.
- Maintain the QPT (Quarterly USDA Pathogen Testing Program) by sending out finished product samples to contract outside laboratory.
- Complete validation, calibration, temperature monitoring, and cleaning of all Micro Lab equipment.
- Maintain COA (Certificate of Acceptance), COC (Certificates of Compliance), and COG (Certificates of Guarantee) under the Micro Lab’s document control program.
- Complete finished product approval forms
- Maintain and document all plant recording devices (temperature probes, pH meters, O2 testers, PTI leaker machine), and annual certification.
- Observe team members to ensure compliance; coach as necessary.
- Perform required testing of materials/raw materials per established schedule or on an ad hoc basis.
- Read, record, and enter all chemistry results; inform management of any high results that are outside the acceptable spec range for chemistry, film, etc.
- Clean all lab equipment, and surfaces daily or as needed.
- Calibrate all lab equipment daily.
- Inform management of any results that are outside of specifications.
- Performs data entry to software tool as applicable and/or maintains relevant spreadsheets.
- Conducts Gold Standard chemistries.
- May be required to perform pre-op inspection.
- Complete pH testing on all finished product and any other testing requiring pH.
- Complete water activity/moisture/fat analysis on all raw, finished and R&D products.
- Monitor all the CCP’s (smokehouse cooking schedule) associated with the HACCP program to be able to advise management on any scientific validation issues.
- Responsible for training and communication of applicable SQF requirements to your subordinates.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s).
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
- Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.
- Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
- Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor.
- Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
- Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards such as condensation monitoring, etc.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must have 4-year College Degree in Microbiology or Physical Sciences(4 years of experience can replace education requirement)
Required Experience:One to three years of related experience/training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred:
- Experience with quality systems and production
- Experience with food processing equipment
- Experience working with SAP
- Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, materials, and/or manufacturing preferred.
- Knowledge of quality control procedures.
- Ability to calibrate delicate instruments and take accurate readings on fine gauges.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Must work effectively with all levels of management and employees in a respectful manner
- Working knowledge of computers and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and/or maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to deal with problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
- Superior accuracy and attention to detail.
- Must have a firm knowledge of quality assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory compliance standards, and documentation procedures.
Additional Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerJack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.E-VerifyJack Link's provides the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new Team Member’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that Jack Link’s has violated our responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515).All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.