Quality Assurance Technician

Overview

​​The Quality Control Technician is responsible for daily quality checks in a multitude of areas. Checks include process review, documentation, and product inspection. This position provides support to Production, Warehouse, Sanitation, Purchasing, and Maintenance departments.​ 

Responsibilities

• ​​Conduct daily food safety & quality in-process checks, including data entry, and report issues to authorized production personnel/quality management to work to resolve 
• ​Conduct label reviews (CQP) to ensure compliance to customer, regulatory, and internal requirements 
• ​Review Production quality & food safety documentation to ensure documents are complete, accurate, and legible as well as review for any pertinent issues warranting further investigation 
• ​Conduct physical product testing (internal & customer) including, but not limited to, weight checks, bake-out, strength, diameter, length, overwrap, etc. 
• ​Verify Production pre-startup inspection to ultimately release the line/machine as approved for production 
• ​Perform post-cleaning and pre-operational evaluations to ensure sanitary standards are met (i.e., ATP testing, visual inspections, etc.) 
• ​Maintain quality spreadsheets, data entry, and records 
• ​Conduct Production inspections to ensure compliance to regulatory agency, SQF Code, and internal requirements 
• ​Conduct finished product sampling and microbiological laboratory analysis based on customer & internal requirements 
• ​Provide Production line/machine support (including packing) 
• ​Assist with quality issues and food safety issues based on in-process checks, case audits, or requests by production, quality, or management 
• ​Assist with Finished Product Retention program 
• ​Complete analytical testing as defined by supervisor 
• ​Coach all new and current employees on quality and food safety practices and issues 
• ​Other duties as assigned by supervisor​ 

Essential Functions

• ​​​Involves clerical, analytical, and organizational skills 
• ​Attention to detail and ability to use measuring equipment required 
• ​Able to identify and accurately report defective materials, food safety hazards, and potential product contaminants 
• ​Must have good communication and organizational skills 
• ​Able to read, analyze, and follow directions 
• ​Must be able to speak, listen, and effectively communicate with team members and actively participate in meetings 
• ​Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw a valid conclusion 
• ​Able to adhere to Good Manufacturing Policies (GMP) and abide by all procedures pertaining to allergen control 
• ​Involves regular computer systems/software operation and use of office equipment 
• ​Must have full use of arms and legs, be able to stand on a continuous basis, and be able to climb stairs to access all areas of the plant and offices regularly 
• ​Must possess manual dexterity and perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day 
• ​Must be able to frequently: walk, use hands to grip, pinch, handle, reach, or feel 
• ​Must be able to occasionally: lift up to 30 lbs., push or pull with up to 30 lbs. of force, stoop, kneel, climb or squat 
• ​Adherence to the company attendance policy is required, which includes expectations of punctuality and limited unapproved absences 
• ​Must be highly motivated and able to work well independently and in a team environment 
• ​Must have a demonstrated record of professionalism, cooperation, and excellent communication​​ 

Qualifications

• ​​High school diploma or equivalent 
• ​Computer proficiency required with strong background in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
• ​Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, Food Security and other food safety programs required 
• ​Experience in Quality Assurance preferred 
• ​Candidate needs strong knowledge of the packer handbook, facility manufacturing operations, packing procedures, and product quality expectations 
• ​Must have demonstrated good work habits and attendance 
• ​Knowledge/experience with SPC systems beneficial, but not required 

Pay Range

Salary : $26