QA Laboratory Technician

QA Laboratory Technicians - 4132 *Overview:* We are seeking QA Laboratory Technicians to support Quality Assurance operations at a milk manufacturing plant in Commerce, CA. The role will support quality testing for milk and yogurt products and is ideal for candidates with experience in microbiology, laboratory testing, plating, and food manufacturing. The strongest candidates will have hands-on microbiology and food laboratory experience, particularly with plating, Petrifilm, environmental/equipment swabbing, and ATP testing. Dairy experience with milk or yogurt products is highly desirable, but candidates with strong transferable laboratory and microbiology experience may also be considered. *Shift Tmings: *5am - 1:30pm - Candidates must be flexible for change of hours / be open to overtime. *Shift Days:* (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday) with Off-Days on Monday and Tuesday. *Responsibilities:* * Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results. * Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained. * Data Entry and tracking * Following QC Hold Procedures for out of specification products * Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's). * Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 5-S rating of an ""A"". * Be flexible in working hours. * Equipment calibration and troubleshooting * Perform other duties as assigned. * Participate in driving continuous improvement. * Must meet with supervisor on a daily basis covering on any issues associated with production. * Possess the knowledge and understanding of Industry best practice maintenance on equipment. *Qualifications:* * Minimum Bachelor's degree ( Food Science, Biology, Microbiology or related science) or equivalent experience (Minimum 2 years in similar role) * Knowledge of Microbiological , Chemical and Physical, Organoleptic Testing * Ensure Safeway policies, procedures, and workplace safety is adhered to. * Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management. * Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Safeway quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification. * Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility. * Good analytical and problem solving skills. * Utilize laboratory supplies/items relating to plant sanitation/safety. * Good oral/written communication skills. * Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision. * Proficient in window based PC programs. * Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance. * Ability to lift 50lbs. * Time Management * Quick to learn new techniques * Ability to work in cold and loud environments. Pay: $23.89 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): * Do you have a reliable vehicle? and you can commute onsite to Commerce, CA 90040 for all the work days and shift timings? * Do you have hands-on experience with microbiological testing, equipment swabbing, and ATP testing in a laboratory or food manufacturing environment? * Are you comfortable working in a cold and loud manufacturing environment and lifting up to 50 lbs.? * Are you comfortable working on a short term W2 / Contract role? * Are you 100% comfortable working the required shift: (5am - 1:30pm - Candidate to be flexible for change of hours) with working days: (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday) + Overtime as needed? Work Location: In person