QA Technician

SUMMARY

Perform various laboratory testing to ensure product meets applicable specifications. Maintain related paperwork. Aid in the preparation, implementation and auditing of food quality and food safety programs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform test on batches to ensure product is mixed according to published standard operating procedures.
• Conducts assorted in-house inspections
• Assists in special projects as assigned
• Completes various reports as required by the company
• Assists with audit criteria and procedures.
• Maintains regular, dependable and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all company policies and programs (including providing leadership for safety initiatives within the facility).
• Complete all other assigned duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS :


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE :

• High School Diploma or GED. Some college preferred especially in food sciences, biology, chemistry, or other related fields of study.
• Quality experience in food industry or related college study required.
• Effective and efficient user of common computer equipment and programs including Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) and Internet Explorer.

LANGUAGE SKILLS : Excellent communication needed to interface with all departments and outside vendors. Must be able to interact with customers on product development.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Must be able to take measurements in weights, chemical characteristics, and work in statistical process control. Must be able to work in fractions, and decimals (standard and metric) to effectively compute descriptive statistics, track trends, and perform other related functions.


REASONING ABILITY: Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :


PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Long hours involving extended standing, walking and sitting..
• Ability to perform moderate physical work, exerting up to up to 20 lbs. occasionally, and up to 10 lbs. frequently, performing such activities as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, feeling, lifting, and grasping.
• Works in normal manufacturing environment. Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards and dangerous chemicals/solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Works in temperature extremes, dampness.
• Proper personal protective equipment required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Varies: inside and outside, often wet and humid. May occasionally require early morning, late night, or weekend work.

SUMMARY OF JOB: This position cleans, sanitizes and maintains audit readiness in multiple assigned areas and other areas of the building. Responsible for sanitizing of machinery and cleaning of production and warehouse areas. May include operating CIP (Clean in Place) system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Responsible for sanitation of equipment and cleaning of assigned areas in Production and/or Warehouse. Equipment includes machines, pumps, valves and tanks. Areas for cleaning include ceilings, walls, and floors.
• Cleans by CIP system kettles, tanks, lines, pumps, pipes, floors, walls and other areas and types of equipment as assigned
• Dismantles and reassembles hoses, connections, clamps, pumps, lines, or pipes and clean per Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs routine maintenance, such as gasket replacement, O-Ring replacement, fill tube straightening, pump seals, lubrication of parts and fitting replacement.
• Maintains current knowledge for use of all chemicals used. Handles cleaning chemicals according to MSDS and safe handling procedures; Tests chemical concentrations in COP Systems and documents results in titration record.
• Knowledge and understanding of chemicals, cleanliness, and odors • Visual acuity needed for color-coded equipment for cleaning and chemicals
• Mechanical ability required for break down and reassembling of all equipment during sanitation process.
• Knowledge of safe work habits to ensure proper use of safety equipment provided.
• Responsible for communicating and working well with fellow employees.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work well with little supervision. Previous sanitation experience as well as mechanical ability desired. Must be able to work additional hours as needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or equivalency desired.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to communicate to management critical needs and concerns regarding job duties.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability needed to record necessary information.

REASONING ABILITY: Thorough understanding of overall job position needed to prioritize required daily duties.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Any mechanical training to assist in breaking down and reassembling machinery is desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds. Constant climbing, bending and reaching. Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Area is very wet with chemicals being used. Emptying and cleaning of trash containers required. Must able to work with a variety of chemical compounds without incurring adverse reactions. Environment can be wet and temperatures unpleasant, which at times may prove undesirable.

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.