Key Responsibilities:
- Calibrate and maintain various lab equipment (pH meters, density meters, digital balances, pipettes & volumetric meters).
- Communicate amongst Departments when batches are Out of Spec, identifying parameters and potential corrective actions.
- Prepare stock solutions, plating media and other laboratory reagents as needed.
- Perform daily QC tasks including but not limited to: gravities, plating, plate reading, biological identification, PCR, yeast harvest & yeast cell counts.
- Assist/ participate in sensory panels of finished and in-process goods.
- Maintain and organized sensory retain archive.
- Assist in inventory of supplies.
- Assist other Departments when requested (Packaging/ Cellar).
- Included but not limited to taking Package TPOs, cleaning in Production Facility and disposing of spent grain.
- Maintain a clean, organized environment.
- The probationary period schedule will be fixed M-F, once off probation schedule can vary depending on season.
Competencies:
- Close attention to details
- Initiative, self-starter
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Adaptable - ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
- Ability to communicate efficiently with team and customers
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
Requirements:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, microbiology, food science, or a related field
- 1-2 years working in a QC/QA lab for a food/beverage company or health/pharma company
- A working knowledge of fermentation and brewery operations a plus
This job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.