Job Description:
Perform periodic in process quality checks: physical and chemical lab testing, coding, weight, packaging integrity, labeling, temperature, sensory, document review, data entry, among others, to verify compliance with customer and MFI’s specifications and all other associated regulations for all products
Inspect and sample incoming ingredients to submit for internal lab testing as required
Assist in drafting, revision, and maintenance of plant standard operating procedures
Participate in plant food safety/quality inspections, in-process inspections, mock recall, label audits, and HACCP audits.
Verify proper set-up of production lines at start-up and shift change: Printer set-up (coding), packaging materials, labeling, quality limits, etc
Review sanitary condition of production lines prior to start-up by verifying fillers sterilization limits, performing ATP (adenosine triphosphate / verify surface cleanliness) and environmental swab, and follow up sanitation procedures after downtime requiring maintenance activity
Communicate quality issues across departments and assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions where appropriate.
Perform investigative environmental swabbing of critical production equipment/areas as a troubleshooting guide.
Assist in investigations in response to customer concerns or other quality-related deviations to determine root cause and appropriate corrective actions
Assist in the management of quality hold activities, including non-conforming product inventories
Ensure lab equipment, refrigerators, and thermometer, among others, are properly maintained and calibrated
Maintain and follow MFI micro sample and shelf-life study programs
Perform sample delivery to Micro Lab and to others NJ MFI plants
Adhere to safe work practices, follows GMPs and HACCP guidelines, maintains sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect employee safety or food safety/quality to management immediately
Primary tests: PH, Color, Solids, Viscosity
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.