QA Technician

Quality Assurance SpecialistTo ensure through analytical and organoleptic testing of all finished products and physical audits, that product specifications are met to produce a wholesome and desirable product which conforms to customer specifications.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Reads and accurately interprets daily production samplesPrepares customer and lab samples. Retained sample analysis of previous day’s productionConducts daily product in house cutting and cook off evaluationCalibrates and operates all testing equipmentConducts salt, moisture, spice analysis, inspects and analyzes incoming raw materials, in process blends and finish product producedSends monthly target sample to customer as requestedVerifies all packaging attributesConducts pre-operational swabbing for all equipmentMaintains all QA files and retains samplesRelieves production employees as neededMust always keep work area clean and work in a safe and accident-free mannerAdheres to company policies, procedures, GMP/SOP’s, Code of Safe Practices, and Lockout/Tagout/Blockout Procedures.Maintains a quality-oriented attitude in the workplaceWorks effectively with workers in a constructive and positive mannerListens to and objectively considers ideas, and suggestions from othersQualification and Experience:Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Be able to communicate effectively with Q.A. Manager.Help the Q.A. Manager in sampling of special cases for proper determination of defect and the disposition.1 year experience in QA and laboratory environment preferable.Must be able to complete QA paperwork accurately.Work in an industrial environment, and handle nontoxic food products.Excellent written, laboratory, and communication skills requiredAble to use scientific calculator.Able to wear all required safety equipment.Ability to work on a regular and reliable basis and work overtime as weekends as needed.Assist QA Manager where necessary in research and development.Must be computer proficient i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and willing to learn ERP & QAD.Physical Demands & Work Environment (required to perform essential duties and responsibilities):Must be safety conscious and possess the understanding of safety rules and be aware of safe and unsafe conditions.Knowledge of laboratory test equipment.Ability to make decisions concerning work problems not covered by specific procedures, rules, and precedents.Ability to interface with Production employees.Must be able to bend, lift, stoop and move in a safe and alert manner.Must be capable of standing/walking 100%Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasionU.S. Employment: If you have any difficulty using our on-line system, you may use the alternative method described below to contact someone about your interest in employment at Sugar Foods Corporation. Please reference this statement and job reference you are applying for when contacting us. Tel: View phone number on click.appcast.io.