WBC Lead Laboratory Analyst

Job Title:         WBC Lead Laboratory Analyst                      Location:  Corporate

Department:    Quality Assurance                                         

• Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Proven self-starter with demonstrated ability to make decisions
• Solid leadership skills
• Ability to adapt to an environment of constant change
• Performs the following physical behaviors frequently throughout their shift:  standing, walking and handling
• Performs the following physical behaviors occasionally throughout their shift:  reaching horizontally, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below waist, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, pushing, grasping firmly and pushing buttons
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs
• Must be able to push/pull a cart with wheels that has up to 240lbs

• Obtain and maintain certified industry supervisor status for testing Animal Drug Residues as required by Appendix N of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance.  Successfully complete annual PA Department of Agriculture Split Sampling program. 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekend work, multiple shifts, and some holidays

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field preferred
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a quality control laboratory in the food industry, dairy preferred
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated high level of proficiency in laboratory testing procedures, protocols and techniques
• Achieve certification from the PA Department of Agriculture as an approved Laboratory Director for Appendix N module within 1 year.
• Knowledge and understanding of laboratory equipment with ability to perform basic troubleshooting
• Knowledge and understanding of computers and Microsoft programs

Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com.

Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.