Shamrock Foods Company
Overview
QA Lab Technician – Nights at Shamrock Foods Company ensures fluid dairy, non‑dairy beverages, sour cream, cottage cheese, and other products meet regulatory and internal specifications to maintain brand integrity.
Responsibilities
Use laboratory equipment and standardized testing procedures to accurately measure and report quality standards of products at required frequency.
Interpret results from laboratory testing to identify issues quickly and resolve them.
Communicate with lab supervisor, production personnel, and warehouse associates to correct issues promptly.
Interpret and submit samples and required documentation for co‑pack vendors.
Evaluate raw ingredients and packaging to ensure no sub‑standard raw materials are used in production.
Deliver supplies and laboratory specimens to designated work areas.
Clean and sterilize lab area, equipment, and instruments regularly to avoid contamination of samples.
Conduct equipment swab tests to confirm cleanliness of equipment.
Conduct calibration of lab and production equipment at appropriate frequency.
Maintain finished product reports based on laboratory analysis.
Coach production associates in assigned area on GMPs, sanitation, and quality checks to identify risk factors that could lead to non‑conforming product.
Audit batching, processing, and filler paperwork and raise issues when non‑conformances are found.
Coordinate communication between manufacturing associates and QA personnel.
Use petrifilm plates to test water, air, ingredient, and product samples for microbial activity.
Conduct environmental testing for pathogens.
Interpret and submit petrifilm results used to approve product.
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Dairy Science, Food Science, or related field preferred.
2+ years related experience.
Combination of relevant work experience and education.
Available to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Able to multitask in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Able to work with reasonable accommodations in an environment containing major food allergens.
Able to regularly climb stairs and occasionally climb ladders.
Capable of occasionally lifting 50 pounds unassisted.
Able to work on foot for extended periods of time.
Minimum skill rating of Quality Assurance Technician II (Floor/Micro).
Must be able to frequently reach up to 52 inches.
Corporate Summary At Shamrock Foods Company, people come first – our associates, our customers, and the families we serve across the nation.
Our Mission Live by our founding family’s motto to “treat associates like family and customers like friends.”
Why Work for Us? Benefits are a major part of your overall compensation. Shamrock Foods pays for the majority of health insurance, offers 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, and continues education and wellness programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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Responsibilities
Use laboratory equipment and standardized testing procedures to accurately measure and report quality standards of products at required frequency.
Interpret results from laboratory testing to identify issues quickly and resolve them.
Communicate with lab supervisor, production personnel, and warehouse associates to correct issues promptly.
Interpret and submit samples and required documentation for co‑pack vendors.
Evaluate raw ingredients and packaging to ensure no sub‑standard raw materials are used in production.
Deliver supplies and laboratory specimens to designated work areas.
Clean and sterilize lab area, equipment, and instruments regularly to avoid contamination of samples.
Conduct equipment swab tests to confirm cleanliness of equipment.
Conduct calibration of lab and production equipment at appropriate frequency.
Maintain finished product reports based on laboratory analysis.
Coach production associates in assigned area on GMPs, sanitation, and quality checks to identify risk factors that could lead to non‑conforming product.
Audit batching, processing, and filler paperwork and raise issues when non‑conformances are found.
Coordinate communication between manufacturing associates and QA personnel.
Use petrifilm plates to test water, air, ingredient, and product samples for microbial activity.
Conduct environmental testing for pathogens.
Interpret and submit petrifilm results used to approve product.
Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Dairy Science, Food Science, or related field preferred.
2+ years related experience.
Combination of relevant work experience and education.
Available to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Able to multitask in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Able to work with reasonable accommodations in an environment containing major food allergens.
Able to regularly climb stairs and occasionally climb ladders.
Capable of occasionally lifting 50 pounds unassisted.
Able to work on foot for extended periods of time.
Minimum skill rating of Quality Assurance Technician II (Floor/Micro).
Must be able to frequently reach up to 52 inches.
Corporate Summary At Shamrock Foods Company, people come first – our associates, our customers, and the families we serve across the nation.
Our Mission Live by our founding family’s motto to “treat associates like family and customers like friends.”
Why Work for Us? Benefits are a major part of your overall compensation. Shamrock Foods pays for the majority of health insurance, offers 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, and continues education and wellness programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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