Quality Lab Technician, Mike's Hard and White Claw

Company: Mark Anthony Brewing
Location: Glendale
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Mark Anthony Brewing is hiring a Laboratory Technician who 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 Lab 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 SOPs.

This is your opportunity to be a part of an innovative team in a brand new, state-of-the-art brewing facility in Glendale, AZ.

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 Glendales HACCP Food Safety Program to ensure product integrity and food safety

The Quality Lab Tech position is well-suited for you if you:
Can work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
Demonstrate motivation and a good work ethic under minimal supervision.
Work effectively in team environments.
Demonstrate a hands-on attitude and an attention to detail.
Demonstrate a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
Have a demonstrated history of being accountable for the ongoing reporting of KPIs
Collaborate to achieve cross-functional KPIs such as:
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

Qualified candidates will have:
Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or Food Science OR 8 years of relevant work experience.
Minimum 2 years laboratory experience in food, carbonated beverage, or alcohol preferred.
Availability to work a 2-2-3 schedule of 12 hour shifts, including weekends and occasional holidays.
Strong analytical skills. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of good laboratory practices, including sample prep, handling and record keeping.
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
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Working Conditions:
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.
Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.
Possible off-shift and weekend/holiday work

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

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