What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Lab Technician position at Glanbia plc?
Job Summary
Conducts analytical testing and records test data by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions
Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests.
Prepares and analyze all samples assigned
Documents and reports results of tests and analyses using SAP.
Keeps records in accordance with good manufacturing process and local and state laws.
Utilizes GPS processes, driving zero losses and upholds the culture of Southwest Cheese non-negotiables.
Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his / her own actions and conduct.
Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates. (Food Safety Modernization Act- FSMA, Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Delivering on Glanbia's Values :
Showing Respect" - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication.
Find a Better Way" - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and / or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value.
Winning Together" - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
The Customer's Champion" - Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
Performance Matters" - Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.
Additional Functions
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and analytical data.
Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and / or Human Resources
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge / skill.
Typical Physical Activity
Physical Demands
Regularly involves talking or listening, standing and walking, and the use of hands and fingers.
Frequently involves sitting, and reaching with hands and arms
Occasionally involves crouching, stooping, kneeling and / or climbing or balancing.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach / handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
Involves moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product / technical nature.
Should be able to identify and distinguish colors, see clearly at 20 inches or closer and 20 feet or more, observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, judge distances and spatial relationships, and adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
Typical Environmental Conditions
May be exposed to loud noise levels (i.e. manufacturing equipment).
May be exposed to humidity, intense heat, and areas with possible air contamination, fumes and toxic chemicals.
May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock.
Travel Requirements
Minimal travel limited within the local area.
Disclaimer
Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and / or skills required of all personnel so classified.
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