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Food Plant QA Technician

Jackson Energy
Caldwell, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

Pay : $18.00 - $20.00 an hour.At Capitol Kitchen, we do more than just provide great food. We cultivate a work environment that listens to our team members, nurtures potential, embraces diversity, and values innovative thinking. As a leader in the Food Manufacturing industry, we know that the key to our success is based on the commitment to excellence displayed by our team members.

Schedule : Monday - Friday, occasional weekends.

The Quality Assurance Technician (QA Tech.) will have the responsibility to test, inspect and facilitate raw material receiving and in-process inspection. The QA Tech will monitor the production and test processes with the objective of compliance to written procedures. It shall be the job of the QA Tech to interpret documentation and spec sheets, work instructions and confer with production and management staff to define and update the applicable food safety and quality standards or documents. This position is also responsible for maintaining the calibration system and performing designated calibrations per internal procedures. QA Tech will also function as a trained internal / supplier auditor.

Some of what you'll do as a Food Plant QA Technician :

  • Perform incoming inspections and analysis on raw materials and components according to written procedures and specifications.
  • Oversee "on hold" product program and release / destroy rejected products.
  • Utilize strict adherence of good laboratory practices following implemented programs (GMPs, Good Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Control, Equipment Calibration, USDA certification, FDA certification, etc.) and ensuring all personnel are also following the same established standards.
  • Routinely audit implemented programs for compliance.
  • Ensure all food safety measures are strictly followed.
  • Proficiently use inspection tools and laboratory equipment.
  • Follow all other testing procedures as assigned.
  • Ensure proper retention samples are pulled for all products.
  • Standard Operating Procedure revision as necessary.
  • Manage and maintain the QA Laboratory.
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Supervisor.
  • Maintain a fair and professional work environment that focuses on business objectives but also balances quality of work-life factors for employees.

Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or the equivalent
  • Quality Control : 1 year (required)
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office experience : 1 year (required)
  • Ability to follow Food Safety rules and regulations
  • Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Ability to take both verbal and written direction
  • Ability to utilize analytical lab equipment and interpret results
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
  • Ability to communicate issues to a group of individuals as necessary
  • Ability to document issues using provided computer programing
  • Ability to lift 50lbs
  • Basic math skills
  • Data interpretation skills
  • Microsoft Office experience
  • Team player to achieve overall goals
  • Bi-lingual in English & Spanish preferred
  • Benefits & Perks :

  • 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
  • 8 Paid Company Holidays Annually
  • 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
  • Medical Benefits Plans & Health / Flex Saving Accounts
  • Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
  • Jacksons & Extra Mile store discounts
  • 10% off purchases, $.10 cents off fuel- per gallon)
  • Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
  • Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
  • On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
  • 500 Employee Referral Bonus
  • Up to $2,000 a year in performance bonuses
  • Annual Merit Pay Increases
  • Working Conditions : This role requires a significant amount of movement to meet sanitation standards. The position will require general physical movements such as walking, standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Environmental conditions include cold, wet, allergen, noise, and fume / chemical / odor exposure from raw materials and sanitation chemicals.

    Capitol Distributing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Other details

  • Job Family Warehouse and Distribution
  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Employment Indicator Full-Time
  • Min Hiring Rate $18.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $20.00
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