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QRO Lab Analyst at
General Mills

Located in:
Albuquerque
, NM
Seniority Level:
Entry-Level
Union or Non-Union:
Not Applicable
What shift is this position:
N/A
Specific product expertise required:
All Food
Base Salary: Competitive Bonus: Benefits: Other Compensation:
Critical Requirements:
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Opportunity Overview:
Provide Quality and Regulatory Operations Assistance in a world-class manufacturing operation located in Albuquerque, NM.
• There are 5 full time positions available (rotational 12 hour shifts supporting days and nights)
• Not Relocation Eligible
Position Accountabilities:
• Daily analytical (chemical and physical) testing of ingredients, packaging, and finished products
• Data entry into MQIS (statistical analysis database)
• Approval of product against specifications
• Troubleshooting system quality issues, handling hold orders and making quality based decisions
• Working closely in partnership with team leaders and technicians to influence quality decisions and support productivity
• First point of contact to manage quality decisions while on shift, involve others as required
• Conduct lab Standard Reference Material (SRM) program laboratory activities
• Intermediate knowledge of instrumentation and troubleshooting
• Startup and changeover inspections, as necessary and other sanitation accountabilities (across the facility)
• Sensory panel participation and program support
• Lab cleaning and maintenance
• Environmental monitoring program support
• Control of documentation
• Additional duties may exist as assigned
Company Overview: Our Brands. Your Legacy.
Great brands start with the people that make them great. One of the world's leading food companies, General Mills operates in over 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Green Giant, Old El Paso, Progresso, Cascadian Farm, Muir Glen and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, General Mills had fiscal 2010 global net sales of US$16 billion, including the company’s US$1.2 billion proportionate share of joint venture net sales.
We seek out the best of the best and give them development, support and the chance to lead something big. If you’re ready to fulfill your potential, consider sharing your talents with the outstanding people of General Mills. You will work with legendary brands, nourish people around the world, and start building your own legacy.

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Base Salary: Competitive Bonus: Benefits: Other Compensation:
Skills and Experience
Education Required:
Associates Degree
Willing to relocate:
Yes
Additional Languages:
-
• Minimum 2 years/prefer 4 years post secondary education with emphasis in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Environmental, or Quality Assurance or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 1-2 years Quality Control laboratory/analytical testing experience or related experience
• Strong problem solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems
• Good communication and influence skills
• Strong statistical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail is a must
• Ability to think critically and analytically
• Ownership and responsibility for tasks and high quality work output
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to handle multiple priorities
• Computer skills: Excel, Outlook, Word and ability to learn internal computer programs
• Willingness and ability to be flexible and adapt to changing job requirements
Job Description
Provide Quality and Regulatory Operations Assistance in a world-class manufacturing operation located in Albuquerque, NM.
• There are 5 full time positions available (rotational 12 hour shifts supporting days and nights)
• Not Relocation Eligible
Position Accountabilities:
• Daily analytical (chemical and physical) testing of ingredients, packaging, and finished products
• Data entry into MQIS (statistical analysis database)
• Approval of product against specifications
• Troubleshooting system quality issues, handling hold orders and making quality based decisions
• Working closely in partnership with team leaders and technicians to influence quality decisions and support productivity
• First point of contact to manage quality decisions while on shift, involve others as required
• Conduct lab Standard Reference Material (SRM) program laboratory activities
• Intermediate knowledge of instrumentation and troubleshooting
• Startup and changeover inspections, as necessary and other sanitation accountabilities (across the facility)
• Sensory panel participation and program support
• Lab cleaning and maintenance
• Environmental monitoring program support
• Control of documentation
• Additional duties may exist as assigned
Company Overview: Our Brands. Your Legacy.
Great brands start with the people that make them great. One of the world's leading food companies, General Mills operates in over 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Green Giant, Old El Paso, Progresso, Cascadian Farm, Muir Glen and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, General Mills had fiscal 2010 global net sales of US$16 billion, including the company’s US$1.2 billion proportionate share of joint venture net sales.
We seek out the best of the best and give them development, support and the chance to lead something big. If you’re ready to fulfill your potential, consider sharing your talents with the outstanding people of General Mills. You will work with legendary brands, nourish people around the world, and start building your own legacy.