Food Safety Hygienist- Moorestown, NJ

Job Details

Location: Moorestown, NJ

Department:  Quality Assurance

Shift: hours are flexible to include Saturday 

Payrate:  $29.00 - $33.00 per hour 

About Liberty

At Liberty Coca-Cola, we strive to make our workforce as inclusive and diverse as the communities we serve.  Our associates are our #1 asset, and we are committed to investing in our people, maintaining the highest safety standards, and creating a culture of growth and innovation.  We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages to full-time, regular associates, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drug plans, 401K with company contributions, paid vacation, company paid holidays, and more.  Discover what it means to be energized by a multitude of possibilities and a dynamic team. Join us here at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC.

Summary

Assist the Quality Assurance Department in monitoring and managing the Microbiology laboratory by testing, analyzing, documenting and ensuring proper procedures are being followed in compliance with the KORE requirements

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collecting micro samples through swabbing of specified areas according to the micro plan
• Perform Micro plating of water samples and finished product for yeast, mold, total counts and PRY
• Monitor and manage micro plates in incubator to ensure appropriate temperature
• Read and interpret micro results for water and finished beverages
• Discard micro plates appropriately using Bio clave or designated trash
• Calibration of measuring equipment as needed
• Cleaning and organizing the micro lab according to the master sanitation schedule
• Perform environmental swabbing in accordance with the sampling plan and scheduling
• Plate environmental samples for yeast, mold, total counts and PRY
• Read and interpret environmental swab results
• Document results of tests on micro count sheets
• Ensure compliance with micro test specifications
• Escalate any out of specification results to management
• Perform root cause analysis and initiate documented corrective actions
• Collect investigative samples outside the micro schedule and plan when required
• Participate in and lead the facility’s laboratory annual proficiency program
• Ability to use computer to collect samples and input results
• Responsible for Micro Lab Supplies Inventory Management
• Perform other departmental assignments as applicable

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in science related field preferred
• Microbiologist Certification a plus or the ability to obtain one within the first 4 weeks of employment
• 2-3 years prior production/manufacturing experience OR 2+ years’ relevant lab technician experience with the ability to conduct Swab Analysis and Recommend Corrective Actions
• Food/beverage industry experience a plus
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be able to train and coach lab technicians when necessary
• Ability to read, write and keep records
• Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include Saturdays
• Other department duties as assigned

This position will require long periods of walking, standing, kneeling, and bending.

Additional Information

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.