Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. We have a new vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength with deep local roots, that offers an easy, fun, friendly and inspiring experience, no matter how a customer chooses to shop with us. We want talented individuals to be a part of this journey.
A $60Bn company with 2,200+ stores, 23 distribution centers, and 20 food and beverage plants make us one of the largest retailers in the United States. With stores in 34 states serving 34 million customers, our foundation is our 20 well-known grocery banners with an eclectic and legendary history. Across the nation, we are moving the needle through innovation.
The Bellevue Milk Plant has an opening for aQuality Assurance Technician. This position is located inBellevue, Washington.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year college degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field (Desired) or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical and Organoleptic Testing.
• Ensure Safeway policies, procedures, and workplace safety requirements are adhered to.
• Evaluate trends from test results and communicate these trends to employees and management.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Safeway quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain inventory on laboratory supplies.
• Good oral/written communication skills.
• Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision.
• Proficient in window-based PC programs.
• Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance.
• Knowledge of HACCP/Food Safety.
• Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety and Occupational Safety.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Good Time Management and customer service oriented.
  Pay Range: $24.62 - $32.82 per hour
  Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.Additional premiums for swing and grave shifts are available. Dependent on length of service, hours worked and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation pay (accrued based on hours worked), paid holidays (between 7-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Diversity is fundamental at Albertsons Companies. We foster an inclusive working environment where the different strengths and perspectives of each employee is both recognized and valued. We believe that building successful relationships with our customers and our communities is only possible through the diversity of our people. And a diverse workforce leads to better teamwork and creative thinking, as well as mutual understanding and respect.
Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, medical condition, marital status or any other legally protected status.
We support a drug-free workplace - all applicants offered a position are required to pass a pre-employment drug test before they are hired.

• Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results.
• Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Data Entry, tracking and interpretation.
• Following QC Hold Procedures for out of specification products.
• Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 6-S rating of an “A”.
• Be flexible in working hours.
• Equipment calibration and troubleshooting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in driving continuous improvement.
• Report daily with supervisors daily covering issues associated with production.
• Monitor all CCP records and frequencies.
• Follow-up customer complaints and correspond with production.
• Manage product specifications.
• Maintain policy and implement policies and procedures including training relating to GMP’s, Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance.