QA/QC Technician

Description

TITLE: QA/QC Technician

DEPARTMENT: Quality Assurance Quality Control

REPORTS TO: QAQC Manager

HOURS:  NIGHT SHIFT - 9:00 P.M. - 5:30 A.M.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for overall quality assurance and quality control for the Company

REGULAR ASSIGNED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Quality Assurance Manager in the maintenance of all current regulatory programs (USDA/ FSIS, HACCP, BRC, SSOP, GMP, FDA, MSC).
• Physically observe GMPs and food safety procedures for all levels of employment, inform Quality Director of deficiencies.
• Document “Hold Rack” items and find if they are suitable for resale or communicate with purchasing department the need to dispose or return products to vendor.
• Maintain approved vendor list, keep purchasing department informed as to status changes of vendors and verify that purchases are not made from unapproved sources.
• Research and study food processing, current industry events, changes, mandates, etc. to keep a safe, clean, facility.
• Meet established goals and objectives by set deadlines and complete them in a thorough manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, as needed.
• Responsible for monitoring, and programing critical control points (CCP).
• Responsible for monitoring and product food safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Responsible for performing sanitation verification and allergen testing on equipment and other areas required.
• Responsible for the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and Documentation.
• Ensures employees are following all Food Safety and worker safety practices.
• Ensures and educates employees on food safety and GFSI standards.
• Responsible to issue disciplinary action when directed.
• Collect product samples for Product Development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
• Perform inspections on Products, Equipment and Machinery.
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Routine Tasks:

• Review of Daily Shellfish Sales and Receiving Logs
• Verification of Food Safety Programs and Documentation
• Daily Hold Shelf Inventory
• Daily download and review of Temp Tales
• Daily GMP audit
• Weekly Light bulb/Shield Inspection
• Monthly Glass/Brittle Plastic Audit
• Weekly Thermometer Calibrations
• Weekly Scale Calibration Checks
• Weekly Lobster Tank Testing
• Daily Protein Checks
• Weekly Listeria Testing
• Weekly QA walkthrough of the facility
• Moisture and other quality testing
• Ozone Testing
• Daily reviewing and updating to Vendor/ Suppliers Verification Programs

Certifications Needed/Preferred:

• Seafood HACCP - Preferred
• GFSI or equivalent to BRC (Issue 7 July 2015) – Preferred
• Environmental / Microbiological Lab Testing Experience – Required

Skills:

• Able to work with a multicultural team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must have good written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented when reviewing documentation for completion and accuracy
• Self-motivated with proven leadership skills
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Prior experience in food environment a plus
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must have a positive attitude
• Ability to work in fast-paced, effectively under pressure
• Working and communication with outside 3rd party labs
• Writing Purchase Orders and Ordering lab supplies
• Calibration of Scales/ Thermometers
• Willing to work different shifts and work weekends

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university a plus.
• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible, related experience in a position of comparable scope and size to the Company in the seafood industry.
• Able to learn Seasoft software package.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Able to transfer attention from one task to another frequently without affecting performance.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have completed HACCP training program with certificate.
• Able to manage a large volume of detailed work with accuracy.
• Must have great attention to detail.
• Able to present HACCP information and respond to questions from employees, customers, 3rd Party auditors, and governmental agencies.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish beneficial, but not required.

EXPECATIONS:

• Follow and demonstrate company values: Teamwork, Respect of Self and Others, Personal Responsibility, Trust, Honesty & Integrity
• Teamwork with the members of the Processing Room including Associates, Leads, and Supervisor.
• Reliability: Be on time and work each shift
• Communication: Provide excellent communication with your supervisor, teammates, and members of the Processing Room.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee occasionally is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk.
• The employee is capable of lifting and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:
J.J. McDonnell offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Other employee perks

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristic described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works mostly indoors in the warehouse and on occasion outside for brief periods of time. The employee can be exposed to wet and/or humid, hot, cold, and snow conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to loud.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

J.J. McDonnell is committed to providing a diverse workforce experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran, or disability status. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We thank all individuals for their interest in J.J. McDonnell; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.