Job description
Who we are?
Nature's Touch has established itself as a leader on the market for the distribution of frozen fruits and vegetables since 2004. We source from all over the world to secure a steady and reliable supply to bring the highest quality frozen fruits and vegetables to our customers at a competitive price and provide consumers with a consistent quality experience every time.
Why join us?
Come and grow your career by joining a dynamic team and participate in the growth of a leading company in its industry! We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package with drug, dental care, vision care, paramedical services, life insurance, etc. We also offer paid personal days in addition to the vacation time.
If that wasn't enough, here are other reasons you should join us!
- Great work environment, friendly and dynamic teams
- Free on-site parking
- On-site training offered
We are currently hiring our Food Microbiologist
What you will do:
- Collect samples of air, water, fruits (raw material, finish goods)
- Perform environmental swabbing as required.
- Perform microbiological analysis on the collected samples, environmental swabs in accordance with approved scientific methods.
- Weekly verification of sanitation effectiveness by ATP swabbing
- Maintain records of the conduct and outcome of laboratory analysis.
- Daily verification of CCP
- Calibrate, maintain, and clean the laboratory equipment as needed.
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Administration: identify gaps that require procedures, develop procedures as needed, maintain accuracy of current procedures.
- Internal audits: participate in internal audits, provide feedback to responsible areas.
- Perform quality testing of food products such as physical analysis, pH and Brix when required.
- Daily GMP inspection and product change over check.
- Develop and coordinate annual refresher trainings for all Production employees.
- Performing inventory in the lab
- Assist in root cause analysis for consumer complaint and plant.
The Ideal Candidate
- B.S in Food Science, Public Health, or a related field
- 1 to 2 years of experience in Microbiological role
- Microsoft Office and time management skills
- Ability to function well in a team environment as well as work independently.
- HACCP Certified
- Prior FSQA experience helpful.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Work Location: In person.
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Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Food Microbiology: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Front Royal, VA 22630 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Front Royal, VA 22630: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person