Quality Assurance Tech

3rd shift (11:30PM-8AM)

Some Saturdays required

Kokomo, IN

Job Summary:

The primary role of the Quality Technician Level 1 position is to ensure quality in food safety processes by which products are developed, through a set of activities that identify defects in the products being produced. The Quality Technician Level 1 position is essential in providing quality products by following company procedures, maintaining a safe environment, and being an example to other employees through performance and attendance.

The Quality Technician Level 1 position is expected to follow detailed instructions, complete repetitive tasks, and work independently of others. They are responsible for following HAACP principles, monitoring and documenting processes through handwritten and electronic means, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

The Quality Technician Level 1 position follows all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and works in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory, quality, and sanitation requirements.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Minimum High school Diploma or Equivalency
• Quality experience preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience in manufacturing preferred

Skills Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and demonstrate verbal and written communication skills
• Possess intermediate math skills
• Ability to work with technology
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and rules
• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter, needing little direction
• Possess a desire for completing repetitive tasks
• Must show a sense of urgency in completing tasks and be a quick learner
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people with varying levels of education, expertise, and backgrounds
• Desire to work independently
• Possess a positive attitude

• Ability to work weekends and holidays when required
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

Essential Job Functions (Must be able to perform the essential functions listed below with or without accommodations):

• Monitors, evaluates, and reports analytical results of products and raw materials.
• Accurate documentation of analytics, weights, observations, and verification of processes.
• Verification of HAACP Food Safety plan activities performed during production.
• Performs all duties required for Quality Technician Level 1 per the attached addendum.
• Handle chemicals in a safe manner, utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc..
• Communicates with fellow processing members.
• Maintains a safe environment.
• Willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands at once.
• Adheres to Park 100 Foods policies and procedures at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements of the Job: (See detailed requirements below)

• Standing for long periods of time
• Performs tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to push and pull more than 50lbs.
• Working in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry)
• Ability to wear all required Workplace Safety PPE
• Ability to wear all required Food Safety PPE