What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Lab Technician position at Nestlé Health Science?
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide professional support by performing and timely communicating the necessary quality tests and analyses required for product safety and quality. Conduct analyses of incoming materials, in-line samples, semi-finished product, and finished product in order to assess their conformance to established quality standards.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Laboratory Operations
- Performs Microbiological, Chemical, and/or Physical testing of:
- Incoming Materials
- In-Line samples
- Semi-finished and Finished products
- Environmental monitoring
- Investigational samples
- Completes cleaning and general maintenance of laboratory and work area
- Performs periodic maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and equipment
- Conducts internal and external analytical reporting Monitors material and reagent inventory, orders and stocks laboratory supplies
Laboratory Quality Ambassador
- Comprehends and follows Nestle Good Laboratory Practices (NGLPs), Laboratory Safety Standards, and Biosafety/Biosecurity Protocols
- Completes review of laboratory data to ensure accuracy
- Performs method monitoring through control charting and investigates trends Performs analyses to support qualification / validation / verification protocols
Training / Communication
- Provides routine communication with Factory Operations and Internal support functions to report testing status and results
- Trains new and existing lab personnel on methods and procedures
EC/GW Physical Area Responsibilities:
- Performs Physical Analysis of:
- Incoming Materials
- In-Line Samples
- Semi-Finished & Finished Products
- Investigational Samples
Physical examinations including, but not limited to:
- Dirt Test
- Miscibility
- State of Dissolution
- pH
- Identity Analysis
- Viscosity
- Density
- Purity Screening (Foreign Matter)
- Dimensional Parameters
- Package Evaluation
GW in-line physical examinations including, but not limited to:
- Oven Moisture
- pH
Chemistry Area Responsibilities:
Performs Chemical Analysis of:
- Incoming Materials
- In-Line Samples
- Semi-Finished & Finished Products
- Investigational Samples
Qualitative & quantitative Chemical and Nutritional examinations including, but not limited to:
- Fat by Mojonnier
- Protein by Combustion & Distillation
- Ash
- Oven Moisture
- Oven Solids
- Minerals by ICP-OES
- Vitamins by HPLC
- Enzymatic Activity by Spectrophotometer
- LDS-PAGE Profiles
- Fatty Acid by GC
- Raw Material Identity Analysis
- Chloride by Titration
- FTNIR Fat, Protein, Solids
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
Required: High School Diploma
Preferred: Bachelor's degree or equivalent (Chemistry, Food Technology, Biology, Microbiology or other related fields)
EXPERIENCE:
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- Previous experience in another laboratory or analytical experience
- Expertise in relevant laboratory analyses
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required; SAP experience is preferred
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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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