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Job Description: Food Safety and Quality Control Assistant
SUMMARY
Assists in all plant daily responsibilities related to Food Safety and Quality Control. Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Set up, adjust, calibrate, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments such as microscopes, chemical balance scales, moisture, grinding and sieving tests, volatile oil tests, and other equipment.
- Test materials used as ingredients and other products for qualities such as purity, stability, and density. Test solutions used in processes for chemical concentration, specific gravity, or other characteristics.
- Test samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications. Collect samples prior to testing from the line. Monitor 2-4 food lines.
- Record test results on standardized forms and write test reports describing procedures used.
- Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
- Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
- Perform metal detector tests; evaluate magnet findings and metal detector kick out.
- Check for Sanitation Guidelines and Equipment via Pre-Operational Reports.
- Assist with label control.
- Supervise all lab functions and coordinate lab activities in the absence of the Lab Manager.
Skills
- Food production
- Science
- Laboratory
- Quality control
- GMP
- HACCP
Top Skills Details
- Food production
- Science
- Laboratory
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Some college is preferred (Associates or a Bachelors; preferably in a Food science degree)
- Experience in food quality/manufacturing is a plus
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $45760.00/yr.
health dental vision 401k
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in WOODLAND,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $45,760
