Quality Assurance Coordinator Job Listing at Schreiber Foods in Baramati, MH (Job ID R0038140)

Description

Job Category: Quality Job Family: Quality Laboratory Services Job Description:

The Lab Analyst – Plant supports site‑level quality and food safety objectives by performing analytical, microbiological, physical, and application testing in accordance with established laboratory procedures. This role partners closely with plant quality, operations, and food safety teams to ensure accurate testing, reliable data, and compliance with food safety and quality requirements.

What you'll do

• Perform analytical, microbiological, physical, and application testing of raw materials, in‑process products, and finished goods following documented test methods and good laboratory practices.
• Support laboratory sample management activities, including receiving, logging, storing, and preparing samples for analysis.
• Review testing requests and coordinate daily workload with laboratory partners to meet production and quality timelines.
• Interpret, review, and verify laboratory data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Prepare test reports, documentation, and records to support product release, investigations, and audits.
• Serve as a technical resource for plant quality and operations partners regarding laboratory results and testing methods.
• Evaluate laboratory processes, equipment, and procedures to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support laboratory investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality or food safety issues.
• Provide training and guidance to new laboratory partners and support field laboratory technical needs as required.
• Maintain laboratory safety, cleanliness, and organization in accordance with health, safety, and food safety policies.
• Support inventory management of laboratory supplies and reagents and place orders as needed.
• Support compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, including PCPs, CCPs, SOPs, and customer requirements.

What you will need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (e.g., food science, microbiology, chemistry, biology).
• 3 to 5 years Laboratory experience in a food manufacturing, quality, or research environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing methods, good laboratory practices, and food safety principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a plant environment.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including use of standard office software.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends or extended hours, to support plant needs.