Quality Control Technician

Summary: The Quality Control Technician is responsible for laboratory testing and QC checks to support production activities throughout the plant.

Primary Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Routine and non-routine laboratory testing.
• Maintenance and organization of the laboratory including supplies and documents.
• QC checks throughout the facility for compliance.
• Perform pre-op checklists.
• Conduct environmental monitoring.
• Review and disposition raw materials.
• Conduct ATP swabbing of equipment.
• Place non-conforming materials on hold.
• Enter all QC data and maintain records and logs.
• Perform daily equipment calibration and verification.
• Communicate quality updates to production.
• Communicate directives and provide instruction to production employees.
• Facilitate compliance of foreign material program.
• Verification of sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to all safety and security policies and procedures.
• Follow all food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years experience in quality assurance position in manufacturing environment.

Other Skills and relevant considerations:

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Must be able to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with full range of body motion.
• Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work in a wet and/or humid environment. Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals will occur. Exposure to nut allergens.