Job description

Company Description

Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Job Description

Analyze a variety of oil samples. This includes: Any combination of analytical tests on incoming oil samples; Samples from various points in the oil process; finished storage samples and; Samples from tank trucks being shipped to customers.

Responsibilities:

1. All duties of Lab Tech I.

2. Communicate test results to management when test indicates corrective action is necessary.

3. Prioritize oil samples as they arrive in the laboratory.

4. Complete truck paperwork so shipments can depart in a timely manner.

5. Complete micro analysis for standard plate count, coliform and yeast/mold with accurate and consistent results.

6. Complete monthly audits as assigned: pest control, lab safety, GMP, glass, temperature, etc.

7. Learn operating procedures for new testing equipment as it is introduced to the lab.

8. Develop a thorough enough understanding of laboratory processes to be able to contribute insightful methods for streamlining processes.

9. Train entry level and Lab Tech I employees.

10. Complete Alpha mono testing with accurate and consistent results.

11. Check calibration of lab equipment.

12. Complete PGME analysis with accurate and consistent results.

13. Assist with monthly ingredient inventory.

14. Participate in SOP review, creation or updates in Policy Tech.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required

Related Experience: Three (3) years' previous laboratory experience preferred

Equipment/Software Skills: Basic data entry skills required

Competencies:

1. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, Gather and analyzes information skillfully

2. Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, Pursues training and development opportunities, Shares expertise with others

3. Initiative - Volunteers readily, Seeks increased responsibilities, Asks for and offers help when needed

4. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance

Additional Information

Physical: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, and stand. The employee will also be required to use hands, arms and fingers. This position is required to be respirator qualified.

Sensory: Visual, speaking, and touch is essential.

Mental/Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

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