Quality Technician I (Document Verifier) - 1st Shift

Job Summary:

The Document Verifier is responsible for providing effective document review for all production and quality related documents submitted as the daily batch records. Manages food safety and quality programs for proper documentation practices. Maintains document control and data entry for the associated quality reporting systems. Works with the quality team and other department personnel to meet compliance requirements.

Job Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Multiple site responsibilities.
• Thorough understanding of the facility food safety and food quality plans in regard to preventive controls and critical quality points.
• Verify PC/CQPs meet critical limits and provide appropriate compliance verifications
• Provide finished product release information once all documents have been reviewed and verified
• Identify and communicate any situation(s) where PC/CQP critical limits have been violated. Initiate appropriate reporting to lead or supervision.
• Initiate control of non-conforming goods associated with OOS compliance situations
• Good documentation practices.
• Document correction and coaching.
• Execute procedures outlined in the Document Review Work Instruction.
• Assist with the incident reporting system, generation and communication
• File paperwork related to the GFSI system.
• Participate in the internal audit program.
• Perform additional audits as required.
• Assist with managing RCA CAPAs.
• Follow facility GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
• Comply with all Maker’s Pride rules, regulations and policies.
• Perform duties as assigned by QA Leadership.
• Maintains facility programs for the identity of preserved foods for organic, kosher, gluten free and non-GE products.
• Reports food safety or food quality issues to an authority who can take action.
• Participate in mock recall and trace exercises.

Required Competencies & Knowledge:

Knowledge of:

• GFSI and FSMA requirements.
• Knowledgeable of QA Technician roles and responsibilities.
• Customer specifications and internal specification management.
• Knowledge and experience with SAP

Skill in:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong self-confidence
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Accurate and detail oriented.

Ability to:

• Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions and problems.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
• Work well with others in a stressful situation and meet deadlines as necessary.
• Handle multiple priorities and tasks.

Proficiency in: MS Office Suite and some SAP

Work Environment:

• Maintain working relationships with employees from all departments.
• Maintain working relationships with management personnel.
• Communicate effectively with all employees and management.

Physical Requirements:

• Reaching with hands/arms.
• Ability to use hands and fingers.
• Ability to see, hear and talk.
• Lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels; hearing protection may be required.
• Able to walk up to 400 yards to work areas.
• May climb steps to and from work areas.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in close proximity to others.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping and twisting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Associates Degree preferred but not required.
• QA experience in food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with GMP, HACCP, FSMA and SQF.

Starting Pay: Quality Technician I $20.10hr, a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance applying, please contact Human Resources.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.