QA Tech

Primary Function : Conduct pre-operational inspections; in-process testing, auditing and sampling of every stage of the manufacturing process to ensure specifications are met. Ensure high quality of production process and finished product.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM (hours may vary slightly)



Responsibilities and Duties: This information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Team member may perform other duties as assigned.

• Conduct quality and food safety inspections throughout production areas with hourly cycles to monitor production processes within required process and environmental controls.
• Perform equipment calibration and calibration checks based on defined schedule.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and monitor sanitation procedures.
• Complete documentation of inspection results in a timely manner and notifies supervisor(s) of all compliance concerns.
• Audit and monitor compliance to the GMP standards and record and report all deviations to the Quality Assurance Supervisor or Manager.
• Report defective machinery, equipment, and materials to responsible parties.
• Essential member of the Food Safety Team and conduct monthly sanitation inspections.
• Assist with QA, R&D, and Regulatory projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree is highly preferred. Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of Quality Control/Quality Assurance experience in food manufacturing strongly preferred.
• General knowledge regarding food safety, GFSI, HAACP, BRC, FDA, Kosher, and Federal, State and local regulations governing food products is required. Certifications or training in any of the above are desirable.
• Must possess knowledge of Quality Control practices and procedures within a manufacturing environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail; well organized and able to apply logic to a variety of situations to solve complex problems.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Color acuity necessary.
• Computer proficiency is required.
• Self-starter requires minimal directives. Proactive problem-solver.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude

Physical Activities:

Requires mobility. Physical setting may be in office, plant, or warehouse. Requires telephone communication skills, basic math skills, basic reading and writing skills. Requires ability to see and distinguish fine differentiation in color, detail, and design. Office and manufacturing floor setting. Involves sitting, standing, walking, and communication abilities. Environment may be loud at times. May be subject to temperature changes. Use of standard office equipment.

All full time employees working an average of thirty (30) hours or more will be eligible to enroll in a comprehensive benefit package.

DecoPac, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees according to all applicable laws, directives and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping with this commitment, DecoPac, Inc. will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including factors related to pregnancy or child birth), national origin, age, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity status with regard to public assistance, employment status, local human rights commission activity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other protected category.