Junior Quality Analyst

Description

Job Summary: The professional will ensure analysis accuracy by performing tests in accordance with procedures to support operations and product quality. Key Highlights: 1. Ensure the accuracy and precision of analyses 2. Perform physicochemical, sensory, and microbiological analyses 3. Manage non-conformities and develop analytical methodologies : General Mills is committed to being a force for good through a global inclusion strategy that brings diversity to our people and culture, enabling higher levels of engagement with our employees to grow alongside our customers and consumers. For us, creating an inclusive environment and fostering diversity drives company growth while also supporting the development of our employees. Job Description: **Job Mission** * Ensure the accuracy and precision of analyses. * Perform analyses according to procedures and established frequencies to avoid impacting production line performance. * Support operations through instructions and training. **Key Responsibilities** * Collect and perform physicochemical and sensory analyses on finished products, raw materials, and water. * Collect and perform microbiological analyses on finished products, water, and air. * Manage non-conformities (re-analysis of non-conforming products, leading ADF and NO actions). * Develop and review analytical methodologies. * Manage inventory of supplies (reagents, utensils, equipment). * Enter results into spreadsheets and release/hold products in SAP. * Support the equipment calibration program. * Issue analysis reports. * Analyze packaging materials. * Report analysis deviations. * Deliver general training. * Comply with and uphold Quality and Food Safety requirements. * Participate in and serve as a support channel for safe behavior initiatives. * Promote General Mills' cultural archetypes. **Requirements** * Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, or related fields; * Analytical skills; * Technical knowledge in chemistry; * Technical knowledge in sensory analysis; * Basic knowledge of equipment calibration; * Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; * Basic English proficiency; * Availability to work the second shift. Company Description: General Mills is a global leader in food and works to make the foods the world loves! Our global brands include Cheerios, Annie's, Yoplait, Nature Valley, Häagen-Dazs, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Old El Paso, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki, Blue, and many others. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, the company entered Brazil in 1997, beginning sales of the premium ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs. In 2012, it acquired Grupo Yoki Alimentos, adopting a new business model and becoming the owner of the long-established Brazilian brands Yoki, Kitano, and Mais Vita. Today, we are a passionate team of 35,000 employees across more than 100 countries and all continents.