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Georgia Employer FOOD ANALYSIS TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME TEMP 6 MONTHS in Atlanta, Georgia
Food Analysis Technician - Full Time Temp 6 MonthsAtlantaTemporaryMERIEUX NUTRISCIENCESAs a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years. If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFEWe are looking for a Food Analysis Technician - Full Time Temp 6 Months in 5295 Buffington Road, Atlanta, GA 30349 USA. Your mission will be to:This is an entry level position that requires a high level of attention to detail to accumulate large data sets with a high degree of accuracy. All training required for the position will be provided on the job.Grocery store, restaurant (in either front of house or back of house), and other food retail experience is a HUGE plus.As a Technician in the lab, you\'ll getto go behind the scenes to see, firsthand, how much effort and attention is given to food quality by major food producers.Job Duties:Analyze food samples for various physical attributes based on standardized proceduresUse equipment such as a scale, caliper, and texture analyzer to evaluate the physical quality of a food product.Set up your workstation for testing; which includes delivery and pickup of individual samples, basic daily cleanup, overall general scientific knowledge and conforming to expected behavior when exposed to external customers.Track samples as they are moved through testing.Ensure communication with other groups regarding sample arrivals as well as physical test schedules and samples that are still needed to complete physical analysis.Maintain accurate data records within Excel and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).Report all errors to Supervisor; assist in investigation for non-conformances.Perform other related duties as needed.Communication: Internal Interlocutors: Theincumbent has occasional contact with personnel outside the immediate workingunit. External Interlocutors: The incumbent has occasional contact withpersonnel outside the organization.YOUR PROFILEKnowledge:Profile: High School Diploma or equivalent. This position requires a basic knowledge ofcomputer operation skills to manipulate keyboard while entering sampleinformation into the LIMS. A basicknowledge of food science, chemistry or microbiology is helpful to effectivelyassign and execute proper test codes and procedures. A broad knowledge of personal computersoftware and data entry skills is necessary to input data into the LIMS andgenerate special reports. A basicknowledge of personal computers is required to accurately enter testing dataand results. Required skills: Analytical skillsare necessary for completion of tasks within the department. A basic knowledgeof laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safeworking environment. Have a working knowledge of the internal TQM programs.Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials andensure analysis is completed within specified time. Time management skills arehelpful to maximize the progress of the analysis process and perform multipletasks at the same time. Mistakes areidentified and easily corrected from the recommendation of the departmentleadership. The decisions of the incumbent impact the customer and the progressof the testing... For full info follow application link.Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities