QA Technician - 1st Shift

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• Position Description: Perform duties to assure quality product by conducting in-process inspections and evaluating finished product.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identifies raw and cooked material condition by collecting material samples, conducting inspections and physical tests of materials
• Identifies in-process product condition by collecting samples during production process, conducting in-process inspections and physical tests
• Determines disposition of finished product by collecting, classifying, analyzing, and interpreting production and quality data; judging product acceptability in comparison to specifications
• Documents finished product status by recording and summarizing raw material, in-process and finished product inspection, and physical test data
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• Contributes to team effort by performing other duties as assigned and needed
• Actively participates in food safety programs that ensure the safety of ingredients and finished products
• Attends training sessions as needed to maintain compliance and regulatory knowledge
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

Not applicable.

Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• One to three years of related experience
• Able to effectively speak, read and write English; bilingual in Spanish a plus
• Proficient with basic math skills
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of general safety practices
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and USDA regulations a plus
• Working knowledge of Adage a plus
• Able to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Must be able to rotate start times within their designated shift

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift on average 40 pounds daily, 15-20% of day
• Able to climb in excess of 3-15 feet, daily
• Able to tolerate extreme temperatures 60-70% of time

Competencies:

• Eye for detail
• Teamwork mindset
• Helpful cooperative attitude
• Benefits for this role include: medical, vision, dental and 10 PTO days in 1st 12 months of employment