Job Description

o Weigh finished products in specified intervals; record deviations from standard; inform Production Supervisor to make proper weight adjustments.

o To examine packaging labels to assure that the correct labels are being used for the product being manufactured (correct UPC for the item number, allergen statement is present, code date, etc.).

o To examine package fabrication of pouches, cartons and shipping containers to ensure their quality.

o To examine code dates on pouches, cartons and shipping containers to ensure their accuracy.

o Knowledge of hold/release procedure for nonconforming product or packaging.

o Knowledge of SQF standards, HACCP & Food Safety initiative’s.

o Working familiarity with GMP and other food safety standards including HACCP

o To perform hourly metal detector checks for potential foreign material in product (CCP).

o To perform Critical Quality Point (CQP’s) checks.

o Sensory evaluation of ingredients and finished products for Quality.

o To perform Allergen Control and necessary swab verifications.

o To perform Chemical Analysis/Test on ingredients and finished goods.

o To perform & record QA verifications and QA document controls.

o To perform Microbiological sampling, plating & results interpretation on ingredients/raw materials, finished goods and Environmental monitoring.

o To perform Production process verifications

o To perform Raw Material Ingredients sampling per the QA Procedures

o To perform Ingredient Tanker receiving and sample analysis such as Viscosity, Brix and Etc.

o Knowledge of Good Lab Practices and ordering/maintaining Lab supplies inventory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

BS in a scientific concentration (within food quality is best)

OR A.S in scientific concentration with 1= years of experience

Ability to speak, read and write English

Experience with Microsoft applications (Xcel, Word, Office, etc..)

Must be fine working in an environment that handles allergenic material (Milk, Soy, Eggs, Wheat, Peanut and Tree Nuts)

Ability to cover additional shifts when needed (potentially have to float to 2nd shift for random coverage)

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

Long standing company in St Paul that is continuing to grow and get busier. An individual in this role will get exposure to a lot of different tasks in their quality and production department.

Work Environment

1st Shift:

Monday-Thursday 6am-3:30

*WILL TRAIN FOR 2 WEEKS ON 2nd SHIFT (4-10 hr shifts 2pm-12:30am)

Working on Friday's are very rare- In the Summer will likely have to come in more frequently 5 days a week (busy season)

Some office work related to documentation.

This is a very fast-paced environment.

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.