QA Tech

Position Summary:

The Quality Assurance Technician performs routine checks on the in-process and finished dryer product and related precursor products (infusion samples, etc.).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect Micro samples and request correct testing for customer: Dryer and Harvest
• Organize and composite Harvest samples for pathogen send out testing and/or customer required testing.
• Organize and composite Dryer campaign samples for pathogen and/or customer required testing.
• Inventory lab supplies and notify QC Manager of needs so we do not run out
• Performs and accurately documents quality and process control observations and tests as specified for each item produced using GMP principles.
• Performs periodic calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Enter sample info, spreadsheets/database.
• Obtains samples required for visual and analytical evaluation or microbiological testing as per specified requirements.
• Performs and documents Pre-Op Line Inspections as needed.
• Verifies and documents all product codes e.g., Pan Spec 0.1% oil, Reg. Moisture, etc., at each start-up of a Dryer Lot, product change over, at specified intervals during production runs, and at end of shift.
• Places all out of grade product or contaminated product on hold according to Standard Operating Procedure and verify quantities.
• Reports any food safety or quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Reports all out of grade product to appropriate supervisory or managerial parties
• Conducts GMP compliance audits and notifies Production Supervisors as well as QA Management of deficiencies.
• Ensures all paperwork is complete at end of shift.
• Ensures data entered in famous is correct and reflective of the product produced on shift.
• Assists in peer training when applicable.
• Assists with filing or proper storage of QA raw data.
• Performs general lab housekeeping duties.
• Be able to function organoleptic testing as well as analytical testing and notify Production and QA Managers if testing is not aligned.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Experience in Manufacturing
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English. Spanish bilingual preferred.
• General working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel

Physical Abilities:

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to:
• stand for prolonged periods of time
• walk and climb stairs
• utilize verbal and written communication to exchange information;
• clearly see 20 feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors;
• occasionally stand, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• ability to lift up to 40 pounds and carry short distances

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20