General Description:

Maintains advanced quality systems related to manufacture of a high-quality product. Oversees the Quality Field Techs for the aseptic department.  Also, includes cross-functional communication, hiring and training for new Quality hires and others for the aseptic areas of the Ultra Dairy site.  Ensures implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, conformance to current Good Manufacturing Practices and compliance with regulations and certifications at the site level.  Manages complex projects and supports both Operations and Research and Development.

Job Responsibilities:

Supports planning and maintaining of lab schedule to provide uninterrupted support to normal Quality operations; support other activities as needed.  Support continuous improvement activities Support Operations and Manufacturing Services in assuring company quality standards are met Perform analytical testing and determine product conformance to specifications.   Demonstrate the ability to conduct equipment calibrations and troubleshooting as needed                               Perform finished product weight verifications and checks.  Including ability to perform volumetric checks.           High level of proficiency at running sterility testing equipment, and other lab equipment, as well as being the primary trainer for new hires on the lab equipment. Capable of performing preventive maintenance and validation testing on all lab equipment.                Review products and assess eligibility for product release in accordance with company policy Complete sensory analysis of finished products as required. Proficient at completing gram stains, direct microbial counts and has an in-depth understanding of Dairy microbiology. Maintain cleanliness of work areas and partake in assigned cleaning duties as scheduled.                Conduct investigative research on products or materials as assigned.         Conduct Environmental Swabbing, sample testing and result reporting. Perform PH Testing.         Always maintain and demonstrate a high level of professional attitude and appearance.  Be able to work closely with others without disputes.             Set up documentation and sterile sampling for sample shipments.  Utilize proper shipping methods.             Maintains compliance with FDA, NYS, and S.Q.F. Certification including drafting procedure and policy. Applies and maintains 5s methodology (housekeeping) in work area.         Troubleshooting, isolating problems, and repairing of lab equipment as needed Perform other duties as assigned.   Responsible for achieving assigned goals in the area of production, safety, quality, performance, and cost. Responsible for complying with GMP’s, SOP’s, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations. Covers breaks and lunches and other staffing needs as assigned by their manager. Compliant with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing and safety on their assigned shift and reports concerns to their manager. Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor/lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment. Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality. Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adheres to sanitation practices. Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.

Essential Knowledge, Skills:

Microsoft Windows and software architecture experience FDA Low Acid Canned Food (LACF) systems experience required Able to demonstrate a high level of understanding of the current processing technologies in the plant and testing performed in the lab.  Be able to explain underlying scientific principles and utilize the knowledge to troubleshoot issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Ability to apply basic to complex mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing and knowledge of weights and measure, to sufficiently handle job tasks. Understand and respond appropriately to basic to complex employee, vendor, and customer inquiries. Read, write and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need). Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and your role in achieving each of them. Ability to operate facility equipment as required in assigned area. Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements. Ability to interpret company documents and literature and UPC/code information.

Education/Experience:

BS degree in science related discipline (biology, food processing, chemistry, dairy management, etc.) required Minimum of 3 years of aseptic beverage experience required  2 years of Supervisory experience preferred Completion of Better Process School preferred (required completion upon accepting this role)

Performance Standards:

Responsible for reporting to work at scheduled times and communicating tardiness and absences with the assigned Supervisor/Manager prior to the occurrence. Responsible for reporting to work in a condition to work. Responsible for being well-groomed and always dressed in business-and position-appropriate attire including ensuring compliance with GMP dress code standards. Comply with performance criteria, standards of conduct as contained in company policy, employment procedures and responsibilities as described in the company handbook. Always maintain a safe work environment and immediately report and take appropriate action to correct a safety concern. Responsible for completing all assigned tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Requires morning, afternoon and overnight availability any day of the week based on assigned shift. Requests to be scheduled off for a specific day require advance notification and approval by Supervisor/Manager. Hourly: Generally scheduled for 40 hours; more hours may be required based on the needs of the business. Schedule will be 730am - 4pm Monday through Friday but must have flexibility to cover gaps due to business needs. This could result in working a weekend shift or having varying start/end times.

Environmental Concerns:

Normally protected from weather and temperature changes, possible exposure to hot cold wet, humid or windy weather conditions does exist. May be subject to exposure to ingredients used in the manufacture of food products including allergens May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility.

Physical Job Requirements:

Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility including but not limited to office, production, and warehouse environments. Including the outside perimeter of the building. Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions. Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with meal break. Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations. Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

Work Location:

Dewitt, NY

 

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Byrne, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $32.00 to $44.00.