Job Overview

The Cheese Make Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician supports the overall Food Safety Plan through monitoring, record/product review and inspections.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical and performance tests on raw materials, cheese, whey, and all by products; and effectively document and communicate results.

• Set-up, standardize and shutdown laboratory and quality related production equipment.

• Complete pre-operational and environmental swabbing, plating and interpretation.

• Perform and record daily monitoring and verification activities.

• Collect and test air and water samples. Prepare and ship samples as needed.

• Conduct routine data entry and filing of paper work.

• Review and sign off on CIP charts.

• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures

• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by plant FSQA leadership.

• Maintain company confidentiality.

The pay for this position is $23.15-$24.15. All offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Degree

• Knowledge/understanding of chemical and physical processes relating to cheese quality.

• Ability to complete tasks based on standard procedures.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work cross-functionally

• Basic Computer skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Food Science or related field

• SAP experience.

• HACCP Certification.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.

• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

• Work is performed in a lab setting.

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.