About this role
Job Description:
The Raw Material Lab Technician supports site Q&FS with ensuring the quality of inbound raw materials by performing reception activities such as raw material inspection, sampling, quality control and analytical testing.
What are we looking for? Education & Professional Qualification
Minimum
• High School Diploma or equivalent; science background/continuing education preferred. • Working knowledge of food safety, prior experience in food related manufacturing or GMP environment preferred. • Problem solving skill and systematic thinking. • Communication and influencing skills. • Demonstrated leadership and technical skills adequate as outlined above. • Effective verbal & written communication skills. • Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and computer skills. • Ability to work independently without supervision as well as within a team setting. • Physical requirements: Some pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) necessary.
Perferred
• University education in food science, chemistry, laboratory or demonstrate similar experience in laboratory environment is recommended. • Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules.
What will be your key responsibilities
• Adhere to FSSC/ISO22000, GMP/GHP, Mars Standard requirements and all related working procedures • Abide with all Factory Safety rules • Carry out receiving activities (accuracy of BOLs, documentation, seal checks, etc.) • Perform sampling and analytical testing (ELISA, lateral flow, titration, etc.) of raw materials according to MGS procedures • Perform ring tests/proficiency testing • Carry out first level maintenance on lab equipment as needed • Perform housekeeping checks to ensure compliance to 5S • Support lab related / raw material investigations and root cause analysis • Ensure compliance with PRPs in the department • Complete all quality and food safety related training required for the role • Ensure the accuracy of all laboratory records • Participate in internal and external audits • Escalate quality deviations or non-conformances to Lab Manager/Lab Coordinator/Q&FS Manager
What can you expect from Mars?
• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.