About this role
<p>The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.</p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:1.0E-4pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="color:black"><span>This role maintains operations within the Microbiology laboratory contributing to Simplot's Food Safety program. This includes microbial analyses of food products, </span><span>shelf-life</span><span> research projects, laboratory expenses, analytical instrument maintenance, and inventory control of supplies. </span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:1.0E-4pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="color:black"><span>Responsible for assisting in </span><span>the </span><span>maintenance of ISO 17025 accreditation. Participates in proficiency test programs by accredited organizations. Executes internal audits at plant microbiology labs </span><span>following</span><span> </span><span>company established</span><span> standards, prepares audit reports, makes recommendations for improvement of factory food quality systems</span><span>,</span><span> and troubleshoots production processes when required. Provides daily Microbiological testing support to </span><span>Factory</span><span> Operations. </span></span><span> </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Assist with daily laboratory operations by conducting microbiological testing on food products and environmental samples in support of Simplot factories and general laboratory duties (preparing media, cleaning, supply inventory, and processing of biohazardous waste) following all good laboratory practices. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Obtains process/water/product/swab samples from various plant production areas. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Conduct Allergen testing to support Gluten, Soy, and milk-free claims for applicable Simplot factories.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Conduct shelf-life studies for new or existing food products. Generates a final report of the study that details methods, procedures, results, and conclusions.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">ISO 17025 requirements: Maintains standard requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation by working within the requirements of the Laboratory Quality Management System. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Participates in accredited laboratory proficiency test programs and collaborative studies. Maintains satisfactory z-scores in quarterly proficiency testing. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Assist with maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment. Assists with coordinating calibration services with third-party companies as needed. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Completes data entry into the laboratory quality assurance systems (MLA and MMS). </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Assist with creation/updates in-house microbiology SOPs, when applicable. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Responds to internal customer’s inquiries regarding micro test sampling schedule, test results, corrective actions, and product release issues.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Required to work in a Biosafety Level II (agents that pose moderate hazards to personnel and the environment.) </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Available to travel to Simplot plants or other locations for work assignments of short duration.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Be able to lift up to 30 lbs., climb steep stairs, work in hot/cold environments.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Be able to work in a manufacturing environment 1-4 hrs. a day. </span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Typical Education</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black"><span>Bachelor of Science Degree required (Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, Food Safety preferred).</span> </span></li> <li><span style="color:black"><span>One year of laboratory experience preferred. </span><span> </span></span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Relevant Experience</b></H2> </div><div><div> <ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Highly skilled in scientific procedures/lab safety and detail oriented. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black"><span>Knowledge of food microbiology, food chemistry, food safety, and/or food processing. </span><span> </span></span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">LIMS (Laboratory Information Systems) experience and/or knowledge. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black"><span>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. </span><span> </span></span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Knowledge of laboratory audit standards and QA/QC programs. </span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Knowledge of technical writing, specifically scientific study reports and laboratory SOP’s.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black"><span>Knowledge of ISO 17025 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. </span><span> </span><span> </span></span></li> </ul> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Other Information</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">This position does not offer relocation assistance.</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Rotating weekend work is required (approximately one weekend every four weeks).</span></li> <li style="color:black"><span style="color:black">Rotating holiday coverage required, up to two holidays per year.</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Job Requisition ID</b>: 26130</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Travel Required</b>: Less than 10%</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Location(s)</b>: GF Tech Center R&D - Caldwell </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Country:</b> United States</span></span></p> <p><br> <span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **</b></span></span></p>