Quality Assurance Technician, Overnight, Dairy - Lakeland

• performing microbiological tests
• testing fat composition
• performing raw, intermediate and finished milk and product analysis
• performing environment tests
• flavoring product
• inspecting Plant and upholding Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• providing accurate and timely information to department managers
• keeping records and documentation of test results
• creating and communicating laboratory reports for regulatory agencies and Publix associates
• assisting teams in applying information for process improvement and resolution of quality issues in the facility
• other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

• must be at least 18 years old
• must obtain lab certification by state and/or FDA
• must be able to taste and evaluate all products
• must have analytical and problem-solving skills
• must demonstrate safe working habits
• must be able to lift up to of 50 pounds frequently
• must be able to learn and perform all positions
• must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
• must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
• must have excellent attendance and punctuality
• must have excellent safety work habits
• must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
• must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time                                          
• must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• must possess basic math skills
• must be able to communicate effectively
• must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• must show a commitment to Publix and our mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• must have a two-year degree in Dairy Science, Microbiology OR other related curriculum OR two years laboratory experience or equivalent experience
• lab experience

Hours of Work

6:00PM - 3:30AM; Varying days

Work Environment

Temperatures range from 35 to 75 degrees. Wet and slippery

Travel Frequency

0%

Other Compensation Information

Weekend Differential: A $2.00 per hour weekend differential is paid to associates for hours worked between 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.

Night differential: A $.75 per hour night differential is paid to associates regularly scheduled to work any hours between midnight and 3:00 a.m. (this does not include shifts that end at midnight or begin at 3:00 a.m.).

Details

Compensation Type: Hourly Paid

Frequency of Pay: Weekly

Minimum Base Pay: 21.05

Maximum Base Pay: 29.05

Potential Annual Base Pay: 43,784 -60,424

Address: 3045 New Tampa Hwy

City: Lakeland

State: Florida

Zip Code: 33815-3468