The Raw Material Lab Technician supports site Q&FS with ensuring the quality of inbound raw materials by performing reception activities such as raw material inspection, sampling, quality control and analytical testing.

What are we looking for?

Education & Professional Qualification

Minimum

• High School Diploma or equivalent; science background/continuing education preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, prior experience in food related manufacturing or GMP environment preferred.
• Problem solving skill and systematic thinking.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and technical skills adequate as outlined above.
• Effective verbal & written communication skills.
• Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently without supervision as well as within a team setting.
• Physical requirements: Some pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) necessary.

Perferred

• University education in food science, chemistry, laboratory or demonstrate similar experience in laboratory environment is recommended.
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules.

What will be your key responsibilities

• Adhere to FSSC/ISO22000, GMP/GHP, Mars Standard requirements and all related working procedures
• Abide with all Factory Safety rules
• Carry out receiving activities (accuracy of BOLs, documentation, seal checks, etc.)
• Perform sampling and analytical testing (ELISA, lateral flow, titration, etc.) of raw materials according to MGS procedures
• Perform ring tests/proficiency testing
• Carry out first level maintenance on lab equipment as needed
• Perform housekeeping checks to ensure compliance to 5S
• Support lab related / raw material investigations and root cause analysis
• Ensure compliance with PRPs in the department
• Complete all quality and food safety related training required for the role
• Ensure the accuracy of all laboratory records
• Participate in internal and external audits
• Escalate quality deviations or non-conformances to Lab Manager/Lab Coordinator/Q&FS Manager

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with 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.