Job Overview The Cheese Make Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician supports the overall Food Safety Plan through monitoring, record/product review and inspections. Job Responsibilities + Conduct analytical and performance tests on raw materials, cheese, whey, and all by products; and effectively document and communicate results. + Set-up, standardize and shutdown laboratory and quality related production equipment. + Complete pre-operational and environmental swabbing, plating and interpretation. + Perform and record daily monitoring and verification activities. + Collect and test air and water samples. Prepare and ship samples as needed. + Conduct routine data entry and filing of paper work. + Review and sign off on CIP charts. + All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures + All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. + Other responsibilities as assigned by plant FSQA leadership. + Maintain company confidentiality. + The pay for this position is $23.85 - $24.85. All offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations. Required Education and Experience + High School Degree + Knowledge/understanding of chemical and physical processes relating to cheese quality. + Ability to complete tasks based on standard procedures. + Ability to handle multiple tasks and work cross-functionally + Basic Computer skills. + Proficient in Microsoft Office. Preferred Education and Experience + Associate’s degree in Food Science or related field + SAP experience. + HACCP Certification. Working Conditions • Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery. • Work is performed in a lab setting. • Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required. • Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands. • Work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 60-80 degrees F. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Great Lakes Cheese strives for continued vendor diversity. Due to this, we will not respond to solicitations from search firms from our posted positions.