LAB TECH I

Lab Tech I

McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in flavor, is seeking a Lab Tech I – 2nd Shift reporting to a QA Manager. This individual will work in South Bend, IN. 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.

Job Responsibilities

Results ownership: support plant and department OGSM's and targets in support of greater than 80% process reliability. Actively participate in CI initiative. Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain lab equipment, such as refractometer, automatic titrator, pH meter, scales, CEM, FAS 900, colorimeter, viscometer, bostwick, and other equipment. Record test data on standardized forms, lab computer database, and in SA. Use data to identify trends, out of control conditions, and non-conformance to specifications. Provides information and works with the appropriate personnel to correct processes. Makes product adjustments needed to correct out of specification product. Controls non-conforming product through the use of Quality Notifications - including product segregation, sampling, rework, destruction, and labeling. Use computer for data entry and analysis. Maintain work and storage areas in clean and orderly fashion. Daily communication with all team members and management through the use of shift meetings, email, and other written and verbal methods. Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions through the use of a principle-based safety approach. Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities. Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

One year lab experience and/or high school chemistry preferred. Started college level Chemistry course required during the first year (completion to move to Grade 8). Experience with MS Word and Excel required. SAP experience 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.