HP Hood LLC
Lab Coordinator - Nights
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Lab Coordinator - Nights
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HP Hood LLC .
Are you a self‑driven person looking to advance your career as a high‑impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future.
HP Hood was founded in 1846 and is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.
Essential Functions
Responsible for ensuring all laboratory equipment meets state certification and internal calibration requirements.
Must exhibit working knowledge of internal and regulatory audits and inspection.
Monitoring of the sampling and testing programs.
Assist Quality and Plant Management in ensuring compliance and auditing of GMPs, SOPs, housekeeping, sanitation standards, weight control, and product handling.
Coordinate the PMs on all lab equipment to maintain vendor specifications.
Must have knowledge and understanding of food processing and packaging to troubleshoot issues in identifying contamination hazards and quality issues.
Participates in HP Hood Winchester Quality Management Systems.
Audit CIP chemical concentrations and ensures compliance to company specifications.
Must be able to prepare media and other lab controls (e.g., pour plates, buffer water).
Operate autoclave to sterilize plates and equipment while ensuring sterility tests are accurate.
Participate in environmental testing in and around plant that includes swabbing, air plating, water sampling.
Oversee the verification that plant equipment meets sanitation requirements prior to start-up.
Participate in team‑oriented processes to ascertain improvements within the lab and plant.
Responsible for the training of Quality technicians and ensuring they comply with all regulatory specifications for the testing they perform.
Responsible for lab inventory control, purchase order requests, and employee time confirmation.
Complete performance reviews, coaching, attendance, and disciplinary action for lab employees.
Responsible for daily review of all testing information and follow up of any non‑conformances.
Various tasks involving responsibility for the food safety and quality of company products.
Education & Experience
BS/BA in related science.
2+ years experience in food manufacturing.
Knowledge of food microbiology, chemistry, dairy standards and CIP sanitation.
Intermediate computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).
Ability to work well with people.
Strong communication skills.
Multi‑tasking ability.
Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements
Standing: long periods (minimum 8+ hours).
Sitting: occasionally for short periods.
Walking: long periods.
Bending: frequently.
Lifting: light (10+ lbs) frequently, lifting 50 lbs occasionally.
Carrying: light (10‑15 lbs) frequently.
Other
Frequent overtime.
Compensation Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.
The pay range for this position is $31.95 - $34.92 USD.
Equal Opportunity Employer HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. “VERVRAA Federal Contractor”.
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.
For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Lab Coordinator - Nights
role at
HP Hood LLC .
Are you a self‑driven person looking to advance your career as a high‑impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future.
HP Hood was founded in 1846 and is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.
Essential Functions
Responsible for ensuring all laboratory equipment meets state certification and internal calibration requirements.
Must exhibit working knowledge of internal and regulatory audits and inspection.
Monitoring of the sampling and testing programs.
Assist Quality and Plant Management in ensuring compliance and auditing of GMPs, SOPs, housekeeping, sanitation standards, weight control, and product handling.
Coordinate the PMs on all lab equipment to maintain vendor specifications.
Must have knowledge and understanding of food processing and packaging to troubleshoot issues in identifying contamination hazards and quality issues.
Participates in HP Hood Winchester Quality Management Systems.
Audit CIP chemical concentrations and ensures compliance to company specifications.
Must be able to prepare media and other lab controls (e.g., pour plates, buffer water).
Operate autoclave to sterilize plates and equipment while ensuring sterility tests are accurate.
Participate in environmental testing in and around plant that includes swabbing, air plating, water sampling.
Oversee the verification that plant equipment meets sanitation requirements prior to start-up.
Participate in team‑oriented processes to ascertain improvements within the lab and plant.
Responsible for the training of Quality technicians and ensuring they comply with all regulatory specifications for the testing they perform.
Responsible for lab inventory control, purchase order requests, and employee time confirmation.
Complete performance reviews, coaching, attendance, and disciplinary action for lab employees.
Responsible for daily review of all testing information and follow up of any non‑conformances.
Various tasks involving responsibility for the food safety and quality of company products.
Education & Experience
BS/BA in related science.
2+ years experience in food manufacturing.
Knowledge of food microbiology, chemistry, dairy standards and CIP sanitation.
Intermediate computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).
Ability to work well with people.
Strong communication skills.
Multi‑tasking ability.
Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements
Standing: long periods (minimum 8+ hours).
Sitting: occasionally for short periods.
Walking: long periods.
Bending: frequently.
Lifting: light (10+ lbs) frequently, lifting 50 lbs occasionally.
Carrying: light (10‑15 lbs) frequently.
Other
Frequent overtime.
Compensation Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.
The pay range for this position is $31.95 - $34.92 USD.
Equal Opportunity Employer HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. “VERVRAA Federal Contractor”.
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.
For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Privacy Policy. CCPA.
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