Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus in the forefront of the food industry. Lyons is involved in each phase of the food manufacturing process, from growing raw materials to marketing the finished products – and everything in between. Lyons produces more than 2,000 different items for the industrial ingredient and food service segments, designing products for some of the top restaurant chains in the country, as well as international accounts.

This huge undertaking could not be done without a diverse and talented staff. At Lyons, our people are the heart of our organization. Lyons is proud to cultivate a thriving work environment with satisfied; productive employees engaged in creating the future – the company’s and their own.

Job Summary:

The Quality Department verifies that the product meets or exceeds safe food handling and quality standards. This includes taking any necessary corrective action in the event of an issue. They are responsible for collaborating with Operations and other functional stakeholders to ensure safe, wholesome, and set quality parameters are adhered to, controls in place are functioning as designed and escalate matters in a timely manner. In the absence of the Quality Assurance Lab Lead, a qualified Quality Assurance Technician or Supervisor will backfill.

Primary duties and responsibilities listed below are subject to change and not limited to, based upon business need.

Responsibilities

• Ability to run 3-4 production lines of 1-2 product types
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to the customer, company quality, and food safety standards.
• Ensure proper use and care of analytical instruments and equipment, including daily calibration checks.
• Analyze product chemistry in the form of sugar solids (Brix), pH and thickness (Viscosity), Titratable Acidity, Water Activity, sensory, and other analytical and operational tests that are performed for each lot and documented as required per Process Control and HACCP Sheets in RedZone and DAX/ERP.
• Tanker approvals
• Inspect rework before it is used and make sure documentation provides traceability.
• Assist in the creation, review, training, ing, and updating of SOPs. Assist in the Calibration Process for Laboratory and other measuring devices throughout the manufacturing process.
• Assist in the customer complaint investigation/resolution process
• Assist in projects as directed by leadership
• Requesting quality hold samples and organizing testing.
• Inventory and maintaining list for accuracy.
• Leading shift handoff meeting.
• Verifying production team members are trained on package integrity and downline checks.
• Attending huddles and relaying pertinent information to the shifts.
• Basic approval for low/high products out of specification.
• Basic development of RedZone updates.
• Product specification updates in RedZone as needed.

Additional Information

Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes: Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more. If you meet these requirements and are eager to join a dynamic company poised for further growth, please respond with your cover letter and salary requirements.

To learn more about Lyons Magnus, LLC and its products and core values, visit www.lyonsmagnus.com or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.

Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

• This organization participates in E-Verify

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
• A proven record of exceptional organizational, planning, and overall time management skills in addition to exceptional verbal and written communication,
• A comprehensive understanding of the core competencies of the LMN manufacturing capabilities and proprietary product development.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma with 1-3 years’ experience in a laboratory environment, preferably one in food manufacturing. Additional course work in (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science) or related discipline a plus.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Meticulous with the ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation.