ABOUT THE COMPANY

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.
Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr’s, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.
Placing a premium on adaptability, safety, and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for all stages of the manufacturing process of ice cream. Product quality testing, analysis and auditing required for State and Federal regulatory compliance.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION (UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED):

❑ Computer skills (including Microsoft Windows/Office)
❑ Basic math skills (e.g., addition)
❑ Basic laboratory skills (preferred)
❑ Mechanical aptitude
❑ Effective oral and written
❑ Willingness to learn multiple tasks
❑ Time management
❑ Be a team player in a teamwork environment
Physical Demands of the Position:
❑ Ability to lift at least 15 lbs. above
❑ Standing for long periods of time
❑ Bending and stooping
❑ Climbing
❑ Willingness to work extended or any scheduled work hours

❑ Perform all needed chemical, sensory and microbiological testing on product environment samples and raw materials as required
❑ Ensure adherence to “Good Manufacturing Practices” (GMPs)
❑ Report non-compliant raw materials and finished products promptly
❑ Identify and tag defective product
❑ Maintain and manage laboratory supply inventory
❑ Perform environmental testing of production area
❑ Maintain organized, sanitary environment in quality control laboratory
❑ Recognize both internal and external customers and manage relationships
❑ Perform data entry into Safeway computer applications
❑ Operate and perform general upkeep of manufacturing equipment
❑ Perform basic maintenance functions on lab equipment in support of Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) initiative
❑ Participate in continuous improvement process
❑ Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
❑ Comply with government regulations
❑ Work safely following all documented state and federal safety requirements
❑ Participate in the development and maintenance of a world class manufacturing environment
❑ Perform other duties as assigned