Quality Production Lab Technician

Company: Mark Anthony Brewing
Location: Glendale
Posted on: November 23, 2020

Job Description:

Are you interested in working for the fastest growing beer company in the US? Do you want to be apart of an innovative team in a brand new state-of-the-art brewing facility? If so, Mark Anthony Brewing has the perfect opportunity for you!

Overview:

The Laboratory Technician will perform routine lab and micro analysis on raw materials samples, product samples, both in-process and finished, to ensure quality and specifications are sustained. The Laboratory Technician works with a high attention to detail and a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment. This role will work closely with all departments, particularly Brewing, Batching, and Packaging. The Laboratory Technician will operate and maintain various lab equipment/instrumentation along with following all laboratory SOP’s

Core Duties& Responsibilities:

Perform routine analysis and provide timely and accurate data to all departments of the Glendale Brewery.

Evaluate finished goods quality and audit processes throughout production to ensure all specs are met and plant is operating within desired parameters.

Proficient in Good Lab Practices, keeping a clean and safe laboratory

Learn and understand processes throughout the facility to better assist with troubleshooting, determining root cause, isolating and dispositioning holds.

Assist in managing non-conforming products to ensure they are not released without further analysis and Quality Manager approval

Help to develop quality information records and display data clearly and effectively

Operate and maintain lab equipment/instrumentation, not limited to Alcolyzer, DMA, pH meters, GC, HPLC, spectrophotometer, etc.

Skillful with equipment calibration and maintaining control charts to ensure equipment is performing properly.

Prioritize work in a fast-paced environment to limit downtime and keep operations moving

Manage laboratory inventory

Participate in Glendale’s HACCP Food Safety Program to ensure product integrity and food safety

Performance Measures:

Accountable for the ongoing reporting of KPIs within the role domain, and collaboration of cross-functional KPIs. Current measures include but are not limited to:

People– Safety, Training& Development, Cross-Functional Effectiveness

Quality– Quality Specifications, GMP, HACCP, and Internal Quality Audit Metrics

Customer Service– On-Time, In Spec, In Full

Cost– COGS, Inventory Management, Operational Losses, Process Efficiency

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or Food Science required. Minimum 2 years laboratory experience in food/carbonated beverage/alcohol preferred.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, and occasional weekends/holidays.

Strong analytical skills. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.

Knowledge of good laboratory practices, including sample prep, handling and record keeping.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.

Demonstrate motivation and a good work ethic under minimal supervision.

Must work effectively in team environments.

Proficient with basic computer applications, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and Word.

Statistical process control skills and use of statistical analysis software preferred.

Bi-lingual skills preferred

Personal Characteristics:

Works with a strong sense of urgency.

Strategic thinker with strong problem solving skills.

Thrives in ambiguity.

Does not need all information to navigate effectively.

Able to succeed in a changing environment.

Humble yet confident, able to put the growth of the company/team/brands first.

Able to intelligently course correct as priorities change.

Listens and is open to feedback.

Demonstrates agility within a dynamic environment.

Demonstrates a hands-on attitude and an attention to detail.

Pays attention to the small details.

Demonstrates a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

Works with the best intentions.

Able to navigate through sometimes ambiguous, entrepreneurial, and somewhat unstructured environments.

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.

Possible off-shift and weekend/holiday work

Climate controlled environment with a temperature of 68 degrees year round

Analytical Laboratory and Manufacturing Environment include: Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles and hazardous chemicals, Noise level varies from quiet to loud, Temperature varies from hot to cold.

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within the state of Arizona.

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