What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Technician position at Greengate Fresh Lllp?
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This position is responsible for the physical and chemical properties of compounds using quantitative analyses in physical, organic or inorganic chemistry. Performs a variety of chemical tests and is knowledgeable with instrumental techniques. Prepares materials for laboratory examination. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the chemical field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision and reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor and Food Safety/Quality Assurance Manager. Highly qualified employees needed for this position as they will be responsible for the safety of the product and employees. Seasonal travel required between Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ with seasonal per diem provided.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain appropriate chemical levels in all wash lines while in operation.
- Change and or repair parts for the chemical system.
- Manage preventive maintenance program for chemical system.
- Generate reports for chemical deviations, sensor calibrations, sensor replacement, daily reports.
- Make adjustments to walchem chemical injection controllers.
- Maintain and program walchem controllers, walchem pumps
- Troubleshoot and diagnose any electrical, mechanical and/or communication issues that arise between wash lines, controllers and chemical injection systems.
- Constantly cross reference their records with qas on the floor
- Maintain constant communication with qas and production so that they could make injection adjustments to the line with immediacy. This largely dependent on the production run.
- Assist technicians & qa with laser verifications
- Assist quality control department with basic qa technician functions.
- THIS POSITION IS A STRICT FOOD AND HUMAN SAFETY POSITION.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATION/FORMAL TRAINING:
Bachelors degree preferred in the following fields or other applicable field:
Chemistry
General Biology
Organic Chemistry
Cell & Molecular Biology
Chemical Engineering
Microbiology
Chemical Biology
Engineering
ESSENTIAL ABILITIES:
- Punctual
- Team player
- Critical thinking
- Technical aptitude - computers, tablets, meters
- Mechanical aptitude pumps, valves, basic physics
- Mathematics algebra at minimum
- Responsible, high regard for human safety & food safety
- Bilingual preferred (english/spanish) must be able to read/write in english.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged standing
- May be required to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Hand dexterity and strength.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work performed outdoors and indoors in a refrigerated production environment.
GreenGate Fresh does not tolerate discrimination of any type, and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. GreenGate Fresh is an at-will employer.
The Chemical Technician may serve as back-up for Chemical Technician (AM/PM).
