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ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING TECHNICIAN I -… at NOW Foods · Bloomingd…
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Independently performs environmental monitoring as written in NOW’s Microbiology Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedure. • Perform routine environmental monitoring of surfaces, water, and air. • Performs visual inspection of production workstations for maintenance and sanitation work orders. • Collects swab sample for ATP, Allergen, and Pathogen testing. • Collects air and water samples for testing. • Reports environmental monitoring results for trending. • Communicates with other departments regarding corrective actions, out-of-specifications and out-of-trend results. • Monitors soap and sanitizer concentration on all sanitation rooms. • Complies with Safety and cGMP requirements.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP’s, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • HS diploma or equivalent and six months experience working in a cGMP environment or equivalent combination of experience and education. • Knowledge of cGMP regulations required.
PERFORMANCE ABILITY Competency as shown by accuracy of work and meeting productivity levels set by the supervisor.
Demonstrated ability to consistently meet quality, safety, performance, and efficiency goals. Good time management and organizational skills; ability to work independently, prioritize and calmly handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate a strong sense of urgency; and flexibility to change tasks frequently. Strong problem-solving, decision-making and troubleshooting skills. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; ability to communicate effectively with others; strong attention to detail skills; and demonstrated high quality of work. Ability to train others. Consistently follows all company policies and procedures, including all safety policies and procedures. For Bloomingdale employees, ability to work at both the 391 and 395 facilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as product specifications, departmental instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (S.O.P.). Ability to accurately complete paperwork. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good active listening skills.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, averages, ratios, proportions, and the metric system to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to compare results to specifications and determine if result meets requirements. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions. Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Computer proficiency, including with Microsoft Word and Excel. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including off shifts and weekends.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand and/or walk throughout the facility; ascend and/or descend stairs and ladders; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; and crouch or half kneel. The employee is regularly required to enter information into a computer, handle product in various stages and forms (i.e. raw materials, work in progress, and finished products in liquid, powdered, and tablet forms), in addition to equipment and/or tools. The employee is regularly required to use his/her sense of smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
The employee will regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), slide, raise and/or place:
- Ascend and descend steps carrying up to 35 lbs.
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist height.
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from waist to shoulder.
- Push and pull to generate force for 42 lbs. force at 36-inch height
- Push and pull to generate force of 65 lbs. at 36-inch height
- Grasp 60# force
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. • The employee is frequently exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and/or airborne particles, some classified as allergens or irritants. • This position works in all areas of NOW’s manufacturing facilities with direct exposure to ingredients (powders and liquids), mixes (powders and liquids), equipment, and packaging. • Frequently exposed to all the FDA designated major food allergens (Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean shellfish (e.g., crab, lobster, shrimp), Tree nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans) except for peanuts, Wheat and Soybeans, Sesame. • Works around ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, botanicals, etc. and chemicals such as alcohol, that may require respiratory protection. • May be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals and biological materials. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud, and in some areas where louder hearing protection is required. • Must be able to travel, including travel to other facilities.