Job Description

Who WE Are
We are a leader in the specialty cheese industry serving our consumers by crafting and importing the best cheeses in the world while caring for our employees and our communities.

Who YOU Are
You strive for excellence in your area of expertise and are proud to work at a company producing premium products. You are passionate about continuous improvement, enjoy bringing creativity to your work, and are excited to blaze new trails to grow and improve our business. You foster a positive and rewarding workplace culture by valuing flexibility, work-life balance, and team development while inspiring team members to achieve their full potential. If this sounds like you, we want you to consider joining Emmi Roth!

Summary
Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Uses gauges and other devices to verify conformity to standards of product. Suggests or recommends changes regarding special requirements as needed. Assists in implementing a total quality management program and/or trains others on total quality management.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Data entry of laboratory results and maintenance of compliance spreadsheets
• Daily quality testing and micro testing on plant floor and in quality lab for cheese, milk, whey, and cream
• Daily environmental sampling and testing
• Plant walks
• Oversee milk intake and antibiotic testing
• Document control, approval, and filing
• Participate in internal, 3rd party, and customer audits
• Assist with hold and non-conformance investigations
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment such as; intake and antibiotic equipment, autoclave, pH meter, and chemistry equipment
• Communicate with Quality Manager, Production Manager, and Plant manager on lab results and quality improvements
• Order supplies
• Attend staff and department meetings
• Actively participate on EOE Teams that improve workplace safety, reduce waste and improve factory efficiencies
• May be required to work overtime if deemed necessary with occasional weekend work.
• Maintain, organize, and clean lab and equipment
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Report any and all injuries to your supervisor or manager at the time of injury.
• Complete all required training in a timely manner
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA, FSSC 22000)

Qualifications
• Associates Degree or combination of High School Diploma and two years of quality lab experience
• Lab Tech Certification program completion within first year
• HACCP certification within first year
• Certified Industrial Supervisor with the Department of Agriculture WATCP within the first year OR Industrial Supervisor with the Department of Agriculture WATCP within the first year, depending on location
• Preventative Controls for Qualified Individual Certification, or within first year
• Microbiology and food safety training
• Knowledge of cheesemaking, Pasteurization Milk Ordinance (PMO), and food safety
• Valid Driver’s license and insurance
• A personal vehicle is required, depending on location
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations
• Intermediate computer skills including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with automated equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
• History of good attendance
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented nature
• Ability to work with moderate supervision
• Travel required on an almost daily basis within town or to other locations

We love promoting from within -- qualified internal applicants will be considered first for this opportunity.