Food Safety & Quality Technician - Albuquerque Plant - (12 hour shift, 2-2-3 schedule, Noon to Midnight)

OVERVIEW

This position involves daily laboratory testing of food products and execution of Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) programs. The position requires significant attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Shift Information:
Job works a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)
Role is for a 12-hour shift that starts at Noon and goes till midnight.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Comply with all safety requirements, chemical hygiene program and proper use of PPE
• Weekend analytical (chemical and physical) PCQI testing and coverage in the lab as needed
• Conduct lab Internal Reference Material (IRM) program laboratory activities
• Intermediate knowledge of analytical instrumentation and troubleshooting.
• Lab cleaning and maintenance as needed
• Lead trouble-shooting efforts to assure accuracy & functionality of analytical equipment. Lead efforts to update equipment and methods when appropriate
• Support plant tests, capability studies and start-ups, as needed, including additional analytical test requests
• Approval of product against specifications
• Data entry into MQIS (statistical analysis database)
• Lead execution of plant label verification program
• Partner with team leaders and technicians to influence quality decisions and support production
• Assist in development, maintenance, and execution of plant audit programs to assure effective execution of quality and food safety programs, such as Quality Index, FSRA (Food Safety and Regulatory Assessment), HACCP verification, Integrated Pest Management, GMPs
• Sanitation responsibilities, including monthly titrations
• Execute environmental monitoring swabbing in assigned areas. Follow up on mitigation and vectoring sites.
• Control of documentation and document review to support Preventive Control Requirements
• Maintain the retain program for assigned department
• Ownership and responsibility for tasks, programs and high-quality work output
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to handle multiple priorities
• Willingness and ability to be flexible and adapt to changing job requirements
• Provide leadership and support to the manufacturing teams to effectively resolve product quality and food safety issues. Provide technical and system analysis support for root-cause investigations and foreign material contamination incidents
• Sensory panel participation and program support
• Lead and execute assigned programs to support the Food Safety Management System
• Additional duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-Year Degree in a Science related field OR High School Degree with 2+ years of lab, food manufacturing or other related experiences
• Must work well in a team setting with adaptability, flexibility, collaboration and strong teamwork
• Ability to work independently with sound judgement, problem solving and strong integritywhile delivering results
• Ability to organize workload and maintain proper documentation
• Basic mechanical skills with the ability to think critically and analytically
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Display flexibility based on changing business and laboratory needs
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to remain standing for minimum of 2 hours
• Strong attention to detail
• Ownership and responsibility for tasks and high-quality work output
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to handle multiple priorities

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in basic Word, Excel, and MQIS preferred

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa.
• Relocation support will not be offered to applicants within the United States.
• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $46900.00 - $64600.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

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