McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in flavor, is seeking a Lab Tech - 3rd shiftreporting to a QA Team Manager. This individual will work at the Flavor Manufacturing Center located in Hunt Valley, MD.

Pay Range: $19.73 - $29.59

With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality, science, innovation and service. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick makes every moment and meal better™

As a company recognized for 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.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general direction of the Quality Manager, the qualified candidate will be responsible for performing analytical tests, including chemical, physical tests in addition to sensory tests, required for quality control of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. Participates in investigations and studies to determine cause, effect, and corrective actions required to resolve deviation from quality standards—routine sampling and inspection of material. The employee will adhere to safety procedures, ensure a safe work environment, meet and exceed product quality expectations, and assist in achieving process reliability goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Performs analytical testing using a variety of test methods, procedures, and instrumentation and records, maintains, and reviews results/data into SAP System

·Performs sensory tests, and/or participates in sensory related tasks

·Required to calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed

·Initiates & documents Quality Notifications/DMRs/DMAs, including participating in cross-functional root cause analysis. Facilitates follow ups & resolutions

·Interprets data and gives direction to the manufacturing group to ensure products meet established specifications.

·Prepares samples of raw materials, intermediates, and/or finished goods to be sent out for outside testing, including environmental testing

·Performs COA verification and raw material sampling

·Audits various operational activity as assigned

·Supports quality projects as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·HS diploma of GED

·Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience (manufacturing experience is acceptable).

·Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).

·Knowledge of PC software and data entry experience

·Ability to work well under pressure, while maintaining multiple priorities; able to work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and oral communication skills

·Color Vision (ability to detect color) required. This is due to the need to compare color difference in product on daily basis

·Must occasionally wear a PAPR to perform necessary duties on the production floor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·4-year college degree in science (food science, chemistry etc.) or a 2 year science diploma and 2 years relevant technical experience or Five years relevant technical experience.

·Experience working in food manufacturing

·Working knowledge of statistics preferred

·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.

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.

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