The role is required to support the manufacturing of high quality pet food that meets or exceeds all specifications set by Mars in the amount and schedule dictated by business needs. This function is responsible for all quality testing of inbound raw materials.
What are we looking for?
High School Diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years of experience (manufacturing environment and/or laboratory experience preferred)
Ability to learn how to operate Q.S. Analytical Test equipment.
Excellent housekeeping skills and knowledge of GMP's.
Good knowledge of personal computers
What will be your key responsibilities?
Perform activities of Quality Assurance as detailed in the Quality Systems manual
Ability to perform all lab tests and finished product testing
Communicate results of routine QA tests to production personnel. Notify supervisory personnel and QA Supervisor of product quality or plant conditions, which may have a negative impact on the product, and work together to correct the situation. In the case of finished products, perform follow-up testing until the situation is corrected and product disposition is resolved in a quality-conscious manner.
Collect ingredient and finished product samples as required.
Assist in special tests or inspections requested of the plant QA department by the Plant Manager, Shift Manager, and QA Manager.
Use Analytical data to assist Operations to determine the cause of issues.
Understand processes at TXT in order to troubleshoot issues.
Actively work towards quality improvement, (final product, plant condition, and customer service) improve productivity and cost reduction.
Lab housekeeping and equipment maintenance
Ability to actively address food safety and quality concerns.
Able to cover all receiving functions as necessary.
Able to cover all-composite labs activities as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Ensure adherence to all site food safety and security practices
Maintain a safe and clean work environment to promote associate safety and product integrity
Must be able to cover overtime for the area.12 hr shifts.
Initiate PRIMPS and non-conformances in Nexus System
Enter data into NIR and Infinity QS databases
Maintain inventory and calibrations for testing equipment in the lab
Support material quality management sampling and submission
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.