PS&Q Lab Tech I

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Lab Tech I . This new hire will work at FONA , located in Geneva, IL . The candidate will report to a QA Team Manager.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

The Analytical Laboratory Technician provides essential support to the Analytical Laboratory by ensuring raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods are sampled, prepared for testing, tested and approved with proper paperwork in a timely manner. Responsibilities encompass both product safety and quality parameters as appropriate. This position will be assigned to off shift hours (second or third shift or a combination of both) and be required to work on weekends if needed.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Notification of appropriate personnel of the status of raw materials, finished goods, etc

• Sampling of raw materials as they are received

• Testing raw materials, intermediate products and finished goods for: Specific Gravity, Refractive Index, FTIR, pH, Melting Point, Color, Taste preparation and analysis, Peroxide Values, Moisture Analysis, Flash Point, Water Activity, GC, etc.

• Equipment Calibrations

• Verification of raw material identity, supporting documentation, labels, etc.

• Verification of finished good records

• Documentation, data entry, recordkeeping

• Active participation in sensory panels

• Other duties as assigned

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Minimum level of education required to perform the job: Associates Degree in Sciences (biology, chemistry, food science, etc.) or equivalent training or experience in the food industry
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the ability to redirect efforts based on shifting demands

• Ability to collaborate and network with business colleagues to build constructive, proactive working relationships across all facets of the organization

• Sharp analytical skills used to discern / diagnose trends and issues and use past historical references as a guide

• Well organized and able to exercise sound judgment in decision making

• Ability to follow all safety requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) when in the manufacturing environment

• Ability to follow all safety requirements and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) when in the laboratory

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. or ability to learn needed software system(s)

• Proficient in basic mathematical skills

• Ability to perform routine data entry in a proficient and accurate manner

• Ability to work well independently or within a team setting

• Sound skills related to interpretation of documents (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals)

• Good writing skills for filing reports and drafting routine correspondence

• Effective at verbal communication skills

The pay range for this position is $19.97 - $28.19.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.