Technician, Lab - Level 2

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The Quality Lab Tech conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests of solid materials and liquids and analyzes test data. The Tech will also perform routine Quality Audits of the Quality System, Manufacturing Process, and Facility. Investigates non-conforming materials and issues Holds, provides support for disposition of Held materials. Reviews completed records for conformance to GMP documentation requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

• Cleans, calibrates, and operates test equipment.
• All other duties as assigned
• Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Performs routine quality inspections of the manufacturing facility.
• Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control.
• Documents results of tests and analyses on standardized forms, writes test reports, and prepares graphs and charts.
• Tests and analyzes materials used as ingredients in processes and products.
• Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 3+ years in a Quality or Lab position in a manufacturing facility required, preferably food manufacturing
• Experience conducting internal quality audits preferred
• Prior experience with FDA or SQF compliance preferred
• Experience working with minimal to no supervision required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a similar field preferred
• High school diploma, general education degree (GED); or equivalent experience as determined by HR required

PAY RATE:

• Hourly Rate: $29.73

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.