Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work and virtually everywhere in between.  We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team who constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.

Job Summary

The FSQR Technician is accountable for testing and inspecting products/processes at various stages of production. Evaluates statistical data for reasonability to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of products. Ensures food safety, legality, quality, and authenticity of all products produced.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct quality inspections of equipment, materials, and processes. Conduct routine HACCP (FSP) inspections. Conducted plant inspections of products and processes, as the FSQR Manager prescribed. Perform calibration of laboratory and foreign material detection equipment, where applicable. Complete analytical test method validation studies. Responsible for analytical testing of in-process and finished product testing according to prescribed procedures and data logging into the database. Test incoming materials and ingredients according to the testing schedule. Performs all duties in a safe manner, observing all EHS standards and laboratory safety guidelines. Performs and maintains legible records of preventative maintenance for all laboratory equipment on a prescribed basis. Maintain FSQR document storage and backup system. Provide backup support for other FSQR technicians on an as-needed basis (including vacation/absence coverage). Work flexible hours and provide after-hours support, including weekend operations, as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of related lab experience is preferred. Experience with HACCP, GMPs, and BRC is preferred. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel). Highly self-motivated, high energy and ability to work independently and team contributor and collaborator, show initiative, and drive positive change in system, processes, and culture. Strong knowledge of the International Safety Protocol (ISP) and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), Standards, and Regulatory Requirements of FDA, FSMA, and HACCP Programs. Ability to understand and comply with all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable local/state/federal regulations. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage conflict in a stressful environment Able to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work with cross-functional teams and ability to work successfully under pressure in a fast-paced and challenging site environment. Ability to effectively communicate and present information to all levels throughout the Morton Salt organization as well as internal and external staff, government authorities, auditors, customers, and vendors, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Frequent exposure to industrial operations, such as temperature changes, dust derived from processing, moving machinery and equipment, such as a front-end loader/forklift, and moisture. Light to moderate physical lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds without assistance when required. Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, and move about the facility. Work performed in a plant environment.

 At Morton Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.