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We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.\nAs part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.\nPerform reception operations including quality control analytic operations and physical offloading operations (including departmental sanitation tasks).\nResponsibilities:\nQuality tests of all incoming raw materials as specified in reception procedure\nSampling raw materials from bulk trucks, big bags, and totes\nPerform various laboratory analysis on raw materials according to control plan\nPerform receiving document procedures (delivery documentations) and sign delivery documents including, if necessary, quality / quantity objections\nInform Q&FS Manager of quality deviations according to product standards and production procedures\nAccept or decline reception of goods according to reception procedures\nCollaborate with raw material supply coordinator on inbound receiving scheduling priority\nLaboratory instrument calibrations, verifications and record keeping\nPerform area-related equipment first level maintenance\nDetect and report raw material quality problems\nPrepare samples and documentation for external labs\nPreparation of finished products to ensure quality control (micro sampling)\nAccurate submission of products to offsite/external laboratory\nWorking knowledge of food safety\nResponsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP's\nPrioritize work daily by identifying pressing issues, through communication with each operator, knowing shift production plans and awareness of area\nPromote high quality team environment through effective team work and self-management with a positive attitude\nPerforms all assigned activities and job tasks within their area\nUnderstands production schedules as they relate to shut downs\nDetailed cleaning of large areas and work spaces\nUnderstanding of microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment\nThe ability to work with all Teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control and Housekeeping projects.\nThe ability to work in enclosed spaces\nThe desire to work as an interactive team in a plant setting\nWhen assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment in a safe and efficient manner\nPerform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock out/tag out procedures. 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