Qa Technician

Quality Assurance Technician

COVID-19 Vaccination Required

Mon-Fri 1st Shift: 8:30PM -5:00PM -OT Available

Temp-Perm

Payrate: $22.25|Hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform daily monitoring and verification tasks as outlined in the HACCP program and recommend corrective actions for deviations.
• Collects and performs micro testing to assure finished and in process product is free of harmful bacteria.
• Performs raw material testing to assure all incoming material is acceptable for production
• Performs daily production line checks to assure finished product quality integrity.
• Review and verify batch records, logbooks, and quality documentation to ensure completion and regulatory compliance.
• Perform Product releases
• Evaluates data collected and writes reports using computer system.
• Performs Environmental Monitoring Swabs
• Performs ATP Hygiene Monitoring Swabs a on equipment to assure effectiveness of Sanitation program.
• Performs quality audits of the manufacturing process including GMP, and hygiene monitoring.
• Plays an integral part in food safety and internal and external audits
• Identifies and communicates promptly to Quality Manager all quality issues based on test results.
• Fills out all on Hold logs, reports, stickers to place product|material on “Hold” to ensure material is secured and does not leave the plant.
• Evaluates and sorts data and issues statistical reports to identify trends and deviations in the manufacturing process.
• Follow Good Documentation and Record keeping practices
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues under the supervision of supervisor
• Other Quality Assurance duties assigned by Supervisor
• Micro testing completed timely and reports completed
• Data collected when required
• Audits completed and results relied to Quality Supervisor|Manager
• GMP Audits completed
• Communication occurs when issues arise to Quality Supervisor and Manager

ADDITIONAL:

• Cleans lab instruments, utensils, sinks, and counter-tops on a daily basis to maintain a clean work environment.
• Under the direction of the Quality Manager complies with all food safety guidelines.
• Works with Quality Manager and other technicians overseeing that lot traceability activities are being followed according to SOP’s in the event of a product recall.
• Participates and supports the operations HACCP & GMP Programs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Biology, or similar discipline from an accredited educational institution OR equivalent work experience is required
• 1-2 years of work experience in a Quality Assurance|Control|Microbiology in GMP environment.
• Experience in HACCP|SQF environment is a plus.
• Must have basic knowledge of microbiology|QA|QC
• Must be capable of demonstrating physical demands typical of food laboratory and microbiology lab
• Must be comfortable and able to work with all kind of ingredients, spices, food components including meat, nuts, dairy, soy, eggs & etc.
• Must be proficient in MS office: Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Good listening skills and organization skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and able to meet deadlines
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, nights as needed with reasonable notice.