Quality Assurance Technician - 12 Hour Shifts

Quality Assurance TechnicianAs a member of the Quality and Production Teams, Quality Assurance (QA) Technicians are responsible to ensure materials, processes, and final product meet quality specifications, and for supporting and maintaining quality systems and standards. All team members take an active role in the areas of Safety, Quality and Productivity. Strong analytical and critical thinking, communication, and team skills are essential for success in this position.Essential Functions:Operate in work groups and monitor processes within an assigned area of responsibilityCollect and analyze sample data to ensure product conformance and process controlMonitor customer specifications to ensure proper moisture, weight, color and dimension of products producedMonitor Preventative Controls and reports non-conformance to management; may assist with corrective actionsMonitor and provide guidance to production employees to ensure sanitation requirements are met during productionInitiate food safety and quality hold procedures, including communication and required record-keepingConduct regular plant food safety and security audits, and reports non-conformanceAct as auditor and verifier of daily quality tasks throughout the processing areaMonitor production employees to ensure GMP compliance and reports violationsParticipate in sensory panelsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:BS in a related field preferred, or equivalent experiencePrior experience in a Food Processing facility, in Quality or in a role closely related to Quality is preferredAbility to use and navigate Microsoft OfficeUnderstanding of basic mathematical calculations, reading numbers and symbols, and record keepingPatience and the ability to communicate in a diverse work environmentAbility to understand and communicate instructions in EnglishAbility to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environmentAbility to manage time effectively, plan, and organize work efficientlyAbility to maintain focus and attention to detail, consistentlyAbility to follow established SOPsMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime as neededAbility and willingness to learn and apply company standards including, but not limited to lock-out/tag-out, safety practices, GMPs, SOPs, employee handbook, etc.Working Conditions/Physical Factors:Positions require standing, repetitive movement, bending and twisting, and using hands to handle objects; exposure to sustained noise levels; working in very hot temperatures; exposure to hazards such as machinery, slippery floors, ladders and powered industrial vehicles. May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).Ability to stand for 95-100% of shift, sometimes up to 12 hoursAble to work in environment containing nuts, peanuts, dairy, grains and other allergensMust have the ability to perform repetitive tasks quickly and accuratelyMust be available for all shifts, nights, weekends, some holidays, occasional overtime, if necessaryOther Duties as Assigned: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline. Management retains the right to determine additions or changes to job responsibilities.