Lab Technician I-1st Shift

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Lab Technician I. This new hire will work at the Maryland Manufacturing Center in Belcamp, MD, and will report to a Quality Team Manager.

What We Bring to The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.), we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and has multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)
• Wellbeing programs, including Physical, Mental, and Financial Wellness
• Tuition assistance

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include but are not limited to tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Quality Manager, the qualified candidate will be responsible for performing analytical, chemical, and physical tests required for quality control of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. The candidate will participate in investigations and studies to determine cause, effect, and corrective actions required to resolve deviation from quality standards. The candidate will also perform routine sampling and inspection of material. The employee will adhere to safety procedures, ensure a safe work environment, meet and/or exceed product quality expectations, and assist in achieving process reliability goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analytical testing & record, maintain, and review results/data in the SAP System.
• Using a variety of test methods, procedures, and instrumentation
• Required to calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
• Initiate & document Quality Notifications/DMRs/DMAs, including participating in cross-functional root cause analysis. Facilitate follow-up & resolutions
• Interpreting data and giving direction to the manufacturing group to ensure products meet established specifications.
• Prepare samples of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods to be sent out for outside testing. Including environmental testing
• Perform COA verification and raw material sampling
• Other Duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HS diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience (manufacturing experience is acceptable). 
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). 
• Knowledge of PC software and data entry experience
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining multiple priorities; able to work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Color Vision (the ability to detect color) is required. This is due to the need to compare color differences in products on a daily basis 
• Must occasionally wear a PAPR to perform necessary duties on the production floor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A four-year college degree in science (food science, chemistry, etc.) or a two-year science diploma and two years relevant technical experience or five years relevant technical experience.
• Experience working in food manufacturing
• Working knowledge of statistics preferred.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.