Job Information
YA YA FOODS Microbiology Technician in OGDEN, Utah
Reports to: Quality Manager
Responsibilities
- Performs aseptic sampling and microbiological analyses of packaging materials, raw materials, and finished products according to standard methods to determine conformance to specifications.
- Conducts pH testing of final products as part of commercial sterility testing
Conducts plant environmental swabbing, air monitoring, and water sampling based on pre-determined frequency and standard procedures
Participates in the laboratory's internal and external proficiency testing.
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the lab following the 5S principles.
- Monitors performance of the laboratory equipment by following an established in-house calibration schedule to ensure compliance to testing standards.
- Prepares materials and culture media needed for microbial testing including growth promotion testing.
- Assists in supply inventory and management. Advises the team leaders of low-stock inventory of supplies/materials.
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``` - Prepares samples and the corresponding documents when external testing is required. - Records results in a timely manner and ensures completeness of reports /document following good documentation practices. - Communicates with all QC technicians, QA/QC supervisors regarding any issues that could affect product quality. - Participates in lab investigation for any non-conformances or out-of-specifications.
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``` - Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements etc.
Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
Strong skills in written communications, oral communications, analytical skills, organizational skills, and balanced decision-making skills required to manage projects
Strong leadership skills and prior experience with managing large teams is required
Regularly time and attendance
Education and Experience
- 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing within a GMP environment is required.
- Bachelor's degree in microbiology, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a similar scientific discipline.
- Knowledge of food safety-related legislation, standards, and regulations by obtaining food safety certifications is required
- Experience in managing Microbiology Laboratory is preferred.
- HACCP-certified or FSMA -- PCQI Trained Preferred
Physical Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
- Ability to work in cold and hot environments (approximately 38F-80F degrees)
- Ability to repeat motions that may include use of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and standing or sitting for prolonged periods (average 8-12 hours)
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people---some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business---as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
* Ya YA Foods is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.*