Quality Assurance Technician Level I

Job Title : Quality Assurance Technician Level I

Location : Camden, NJ – HYBRID

Duration : 11 Months contract

Payrate : $27 / hr on W2.

Beyond the Job Description, what additional skills and capabilities are needed for this role?

• Hybrid role in Camden, NJ - coming to the office 3 days a week but can be flex if they live in the vicinity and can only travel to HQ 1 day a week!!!
• Poonam is looking to bring on 2 resources for their SOVOS Integration Project
• BS Degree in Science is REQUIRED
• 1 year of Sharepoint, Optiva, SAP and other PML systems experience strongly desired
• This position will support client Supply Quality Systems (Optiva / RizePoint / Sharepoint / SAP) and Supply Base in supporting the goal of supply food safety and protection of the Campbell Soup Company Brand.
• This position will work closely with Quality Assurance, SGS, Procurement, Product Development, client Global Supply Quality Excellence, client Production facilities, and Suppliers (Ingredient, Packaging, Contract Manufacturers) to organize, maintain, and align supply base and ingredient management systems and information.
• 80% Requesting documentation to the suppliers, analyze the data, Draft / Update technically written ingredient specifications via the Optiva PLM System.
• 5% Maintain Campbell Soup Company Supply Quality Supplier Location Approval Program via the RizePoint System.
• 5% Maintain and Track Campbell Soup Company Supplier Non-Conformance and related testing programs.
• 5% Conduct special project work (SDS, Organic, etc.).
• 3% Support Pilot Plant Environmental Program.
• 2% Training. Developing the skills to optimize contributions in a Campbells Leadership Model manner.
• Technically write specifications and perform Optiva workflows towards ingredient specification approval status.
• Manage supplier database in RizePoint to ensure accuracy and up to date information to ensure alignment with Optiva approved supplier database.
• Provide support to Ingredient HACCP to ensure Campbell Soup Company compliance to SQF Standards.
• Work on special projects (SDS, Organic, etc.).
• Support Campbell Soup Company Plant Quality Notification Process.
• Navigate Campbell Soup Company Optiva ingredient specifications, computer systems, and related databases as it relates to the supplier location approval process.
• Support Quality Systems Audits and evaluations for Campbell Soup Company Supply Base
• Position will develop relationships within Campbell Soup Company Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and with SGS and Suppliers supporting the alignment of Supply Quality strategies, annual objectives, scorecards, and project plans.
• BS in Science
• 1 years working at a food facility in a technical role.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply effectively.
• Strong Analytical, problem solving, and organization skills.

JOB SUMMARY / JOB DUTIES :

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician is responsible for performing a variety of routine laboratory operations in a quality assurance setting. Duties usually consist of making measurements, performing several routine quantitative and qualitative biological or chemical analytical tests according to standard procedures. Monitors the production process and product by sensory, weight control, and analytical methods to maintain product consistency and comply with established specifications including color, moisture, pH, weight, size, etc. Evaluates all finished product in regard to moisture, ingredient content, breakage, color, package fill, raw and finished weights, seal integrity, code date legibility and overall product quality. Accurately performs and documents all testing. Testing may include : Inspection and testing of incoming raw materials, in process products, finished goods, and products produced by outside suppliers. Utilizes testing equipment for validation and / or calibration. Communicates all out-of-compliance situations and product standards to production employees and Production / QA Supervisors. Practices and adheres to safety and hygiene guidelines for safe house keeping and personal protection. Keeps all work areas clean, stores laboratory supplies in designated areas, keeps benches and aisles clear. Strictly adheres to safety procedures when handling chemicals for testing. Follows instructions for safe lifting. Executes the Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan included in the SQF Program at the front line level. Monitors the Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan effectiveness and conformance with SQF system requirements Identifies, investigates and / or determines whether out-of-compliance finished product should be placed on hold. Coordinates disposition and / or rework with leadership approval. Monitors raw materials storage area locations and complete shift tailings. Notifies appropriate personnel with any abnormal findings. Monitors metal detection validation & verification. Audits allergen maintenance repair sheets and operator forms. Conducts pre-op inspections of processing, packaging and mixing equipment after product changeovers and / or prior to weekly production start-up as a cross-functional team. Performs plant sanitation verifications to ensure allergen free and equipment is clean. If applicable may participate in Kleanz or respective program. Mandatory overtime is required. May perform other duties as required.

Salary : $27