Greenleaf Foods is expanding to the east side of Indianapolis!
We want you to be a part of our new team as we open our newest landfill free plant-based protein manufacturing facility on the east side of Indianapolis. Join our team and the 1st major carbon neutral food company in the world.

Pay: $21.50 per hour
Shift: Days
Help keep our production equipment and facilities safe, efficient and in operational condition .
Be a part of a team in a landfill free, plant-based protein manufacturing facility on the east side of Indianapolis.

The Opportunity: FSQA Culture Lab Technician

Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact on a fast-growing company? In this position you will:

• Be responsible in the preparation and quality assurance of cultures to be used in the manufacturing process.
• Support the laboratory programs through good laboratory practices

A snapshot of some of the exciting things you will do:

• Adhere to food safety and quality practice, procedures and guidelines
• Prepare culture for use in manufacturing
• Perform testing on samples received into the lab as directed by the FSQA Supervisor or delegate and accurately report results into appropriate test forms or databases. Participation in proficiency testing and internal or external audits is required.
• Develop/modify procedures and test methods and perform verification/validation of methods as needed.
• Perform startup/ shut down procedures for the Laboratory. This may include equipment start-up/shut down, laboratory disinfection / cleaning, incubator/ refrigerator / freezer checks, balance checks, autoclave operation, biosafety cabinet usage, pH etc.
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment and record calibration / maintenance activities and results as per laboratory technical procedures and/or work instructions.
• Enter test results/ data into the laboratory database. Enter data onto laboratory forms.
• Verify the accuracy of data entered.
• Swabbing for total plate count, yeast and mold and plating according to procedures.
• Sample log in: Enter samples into LIMS and any associated paperwork. Verify the accuracy of data entered. Label and prepare samples for analysis with LIMS numbers assigned. Ensure all samples are redirected to the appropriate area.
• SAP receiver: Receive items into SAP, acquire COAs for inventory. Receive and store inventory as per lab protocols.
• Media/Solution preparation: Prepare solutions, reagents and /or growth mediums as outlined per Laboratory Technical Procedure and /or work instructions.
• Housekeeping: Maintain an organized lab while maintaining good housekeeping practices. Handle waste disposal and glassware cleaning.
• Report Generation: Perform a review, approval, and issue/distribute laboratory reports, including email notifications to the appropriate distribution lists and/or customers.
• Perform FSQA duties such as (but not limited to) temperature checks, paperwork verification, verify the monitoring procedures, receiving checks, finished product checks, product inspection, monitoring GMP’s, pre-op inspection, label verification, hold/release, review and on-site of pSOPs and SOPs, PPC Monitoring, collect product retention samples, water sample collecting, audits (glass, light, internal etc.), data entry and filing.
• Aid in non-conformance investigations and re-work process.
• Accurate record keeping ensuring consistency of product safety and quality and compliance to requirements of regulatory agencies (state, FDA, etc.) military, BRC, or customer audits.

What we have to offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance - medical, dental, vision (available within your first 30 days)
• Generous paid time off
• Volunteer time days off
• 401K with company match (available after 6 months)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career development opportunities

What you will bring:

• Associates Degree from in Food Science, Life Science, Biology, or related field or two years related experience.
• Functional knowledge of windows; specifically, Word and Excel applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow directions
• Basic mathematical, statistical skills, and basic problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow written policies, programs and SOP’s and communicate the content to other employees.
• Food industry experience preferred.

Who we are:
Established in 2018, Greenleaf Foods is a leading consumer plant-based protein company committed to shaping the future of plant-based eating.

Our portfolio of plant-based protein brands includes Lightlife Foods and Field Roast Grain Meat Co. Our brands, with over 40 years’ experience, feature more than 50 products and represent a leading market position in the plant-based protein category.

Greenleaf Foods, a subsidiary of Maple Leaf Foods base in Canada, is headquartered outside of Chicago in Elmhurst, IL with operations in Seattle, WA; Turners Falls, MA; and now Indianapolis, IN. Our 500+ associates embrace a strong, values-based culture and take pride in doing what’s right for our consumers, customers and communities.

Greenleaf Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Vaccination Requirement:
Greenleaf Foods is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all our employees. As part of this commitment, we have adopted a number of COVID-19 safety measures, including a requirement for all employees to be fully vaccinated and to show proof of vaccination. We will of course consider accommodations for anyone unable to be vaccinated following workplace anti-discrimination and other applicable laws.