Quality Control Technician, 2nd Shift

Position Overview The Quality Control Technician position exists to review quality and food safety processes and procedures and ensure that the finished product is in compliance with company standard and government regulation. The essence of the role covers not only processes of sampling, swabbing, and product testing, but also development of documentation and techniques which guarantee satisfactory quality of products and services. Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs. Hours are 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. Responsibilities Responsible for daily paperwork and computer systems work (tracking, issuing deviations, filing) Assists with setting up and preparing for the Product Evaluation System Meeting (PES), Quality Assurance Review (QAR), reviewing and sampling of product from the facility Reviews film, cartons, and cases for accuracy from incoming material shipments and documents findings in system Completes verification/calibration of lab equipment; such as thermometers, moisture analyzer, and package leak detectors Collects environmental, validation and allergen swabs as needed Prepares samples for shipping or courier pick-up Uses good time management and decision making skills in order to assist key personnel to resolve or minimize out-of-specification conditions and foreign substance contamination of raw materials, in-process, and finished products through observation, identification, notification, documentation, isolation, audit, and disposition Conducts assists and coordinates data collection for Corporate projects, special projects, trials, or studies as required. Assists in development, implementation and monitoring of ongoing food safety programs Maintains various Food Safety (Sanitation, Quality, Pest Control, HACCP) data, manuals, documents, and files Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures, which includes following proper Lock Out/Tag Out Follow all GMP, Food Safety practices and HACCP procedures. Properly complete all HACCP and quality check documents Attend all required plant/team meetings and training sessions Keep your work area in a clean and orderly manner at all times; aid in maintaining and monitoring Hold and Release Program Skills Ability to follow detailed instructions Solid ability to read, write and understand English Effective communication, interpersonal, technical, and problem solving skills Ability to work in fast paced environment and handle multiple priorities Collaborate and work in a team environment Must have knowledge of lab and testing equipment Experience 2 years of previous experience in a manufacturing setting or a related position in Quality (experienced in food manufacturing industry) Operational understanding of manufacturing processes Mechanical aptitude Intermediate computer skills in SAP (or related) and Microsoft Office applications High School or GED graduate, college classes in Sciences preferred Benefits At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at Compensation $27 per hour and $1 per hour Shift Differential

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ferrero SpA