Quality Assurance Tech I - Afternoon Shift

Quality Assurance Tech I - Afternoon ShiftFacility: Denver Manufacturing Plant Location: Denver, Colorado, United States Workplace Type: OnsiteDawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.Why work for Dawn Foods? PEOPLE. PRODUCTS. CUSTOMERS. Why should you apply? We invest in you! Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1! Competitive Pay $24.20/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential 401(K) + company match 10 Paid Company Holidays Paid Time Off Professional training Family-owned business over 100 years in service An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday: 2:00 pm – 10:30 pmJob Purpose and OverviewAs a Quality Assurance Technician I, you will be responsible for performing daily quality activities in the plant which includes but not limited to process audit, GMP audits, various in process or laboratory testing to ensure every ingredient and finished good meet product specifications. The Quality Technician is responsible for identifying quality issues, reporting them to the appropriate person and initiating the corrective action process.What Does It Take to be a Quality Assurance Technician I at Dawn Foods?Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job.High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred1 year of experience and/or equivalent education in supporting plants and assessing the effectiveness of plant quality and food safety programsScience or related background or lab experience preferredAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manualsAbility to problem solve in variable situationsMust be able to work well with others and independentlyKnowledge of basic lab equipment such as water activity, viscometers, etc.Basic math, record keeping and computer skillsWhat Will You Do as a Quality Assurance Technician I at Dawn FoodsMonitors and inspects and tests the products in process or in the lab. Ensures the products meet all specifications. Records all information and reports any discrepancies. Monitors and checks the calibration of measuring equipment and the operation of metal detectors to ensure proper operation. Reports any problems immediately. Performs formula audits and process audits, documents audit results. Monitors adherence to all food safety and quality programs including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices and the Food Safety Plan. Reports any problems to the appropriate Lead/Supervisor. Performs environmental swabbing as per the schedule Perform other duties as assigned by management Assists in the investigation of out of compliance products Create a safe work environment by embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where all team members are treated equally and with respect Must be able to work in an environment where various allergens, including, but not limited to nuts, are received as shipments, mixed in ingredients, used as toppings, or baked into product. This will fluctuate based on business need.Physical Demands & Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, move, or utilize objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to use sensory perception for quality measurement of products. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus Temperature fluctuates with the season – colder during the winter/warmer during the summer Working around heavy machinery – hearing protection required in production area Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, wheat, and soy.Company Provided/Required PPE Non-slip shoes Gloves Hair Net Beard Net (if needed) Safety googles/ safety ear protection Additional PPE may be required