LAB TECH I - Overnight Shift, Dallas

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Lab Technician I, Quality Control immediately at our Dallas Plant in Irving, TX. This role is an overnight position, from Monday - Friday 11:00PM - 7:30AM.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Laboratory Technician will be part of a team that largely manages its own work (self-directed) and will work in a High Performance work system. Teams are responsible for keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals, maintaining a clean/safe work environment, and maintaining a high level of quality and service to their customers.  Responsibilities will include:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Using a variety of test methods, procedures, and instrumentation
• Examining and testing samples and accurately records results on paper, log books and in the computer. 
• Interpreting data and for giving direction to the manufacturing group to ensure products meet established specifications. 
• Performing initial trouble shooting activities for operational issues (i.e. foreign material findings, supplier issues, salt issues, etc.)  Issues (Defective Material Report) DMRs for materials that are out of specification. 
• Issuing (Defective Material Alert) DMAs for materials when appropriate. 
• Performing testing according to the environmental monitoring program. 
• Providing troubleshooting support to the production departments by investigating issues that adversely affect product quality or manufacturing efficiency and recommending potential solutions. 
• Communicating problems and test results to the appropriate personnel. 
• Partnering with the operations teams to prevent production stoppages. 
• Involvement in cross-functional Production/Maintenance/Materials Management team meetings.
• Participating in weekly problem solving events or optimization meetings. 
• Providing (Manufacturing Analysis Costing) MAC support as directed by Team Manager/QA Crew Leader/MAC Coordinator. 
• Ability to work overtime on a short notice and weekend work is required.
• Ability to be flexible with shift and work day assignments to support business need requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Acceptable attendance required.
• College chemistry coursework
• Proficient and knowledgeable in the operation and maintenance of a Gas Chromatography (GC), salt titration, and microbiological sampling preferred. 
• Strong understanding and practice of Good Laboratory Practices
• Proficiency in reading, writing and math required.  Ability to read and interpret detailed instructions
• Ability to perform problem solving activities and provide direction to operations.
• Ability to make good decisions on a variety of complex problems
• Ability to work well under pressure, while maintaining multiple priorities; able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle daily work situations with tact and diplomacy
• Proficient with Microsoft applications
• Accurate, detailed record keeping
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Color Vision (ability to detect color) required. This is due to the need to compare color differences in product on a daily basis.
• Ability to perform taste sensory analysis on a variety of products that contain allergens

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of previous Analytical Lab experience preferred.  Academic laboratory work will be considered.
• SAP experience.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include: 

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

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.