QA Technician I

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Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information.

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician I to join our team in Phoenix. AZ. Reporting to the QA Supervisor, the Quality Assurance Technician Assist with tasks related to quality of finished products, raw ingredients and packaging materials. Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety practices are followed.

Essential Duties:

• Collect measurements, test and report results on various components to ensure they fall within specification ranges.
• Ensure that sandwiches are being built to specification.
• Conduct in line audits/product assessments for specification compliance on food products.
• Coordinate with production on regulatory and quality issues, and document corrective actions.
• Ensure GMPs are being followed.
• Assess facility for sanitary compliance.
• Collect weights and measurements of finished good products.
• Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or 1-2 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• None. Certificates related to Food Safety and/or HACCP preferred.
• Ability to operate standard lab equipment.
• Excellent time management and task prioritization abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Be detailed and organized.
• Problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs),
• Knowledge of Food Safety fundamentals is desirable.
• The ability to read and understand specifications and other technical documents.
• Strong attention to detail; data and sample collection, accuracy in paperwork.
• Ability to use a tablet/iPad.
• Ability to interact with all levels of organization.

Benefits:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Family & Friends Referral Bonuses
• DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent scholarship opportunities
• Educational Tuition Assistance