Quality Assurance Technician 2nd Shift

Do you want to transform your job into a career?Compact Industries, Inc. is a women/family-owned company, and we are looking for energetic people that are eager for success to join our team. Since 1963, Compact Industries has been the leading contract manufacturer of dry food products to the Fortune 500 companies that market the national brands you know and love. Apply with us today to become part of our growing team.Why Compact?Day One - Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life401k retirement plans – The Company will contribute a matching contribution equal to (a) 100% of your 401(k) contributions that do not exceed 3% of your gross wages and (b) 50% of your 401(k) contributions that are more than 3% of your gross wages but not more than 5% of your gross wages.Attendance Bonus ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramAdvancement OpportunitiesTwo Weeks PTO Accrual in the First YearPaid WeeklyPaid HolidaysPaid LunchOnsite Gym and Wellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement2ND SHIFT: 3:00PM-1:00AMPURPOSE:To inspect raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure they meet customer specifications.RESPONSIBILITIES:Accurately document all quality checks utilizing a tablet.Taste product to ensure it matches the flavor of the standard.Check the weights of the product being produced to ensure they are within range.Inspect all aspects of packaging to ensure the product container is in good condition with proper coding.Ensure all food safety standards are being followed and address respectfully to get behaviors corrected.Preform all quality processes following written procedures.Complete visual and swabbing inspections prior to operational of equipment.Test metal detectors, x-ray machines, and check weighers to ensure proper functioning.Place non-conforming product on hold and escalate the concerns.Conduct laboratory-testing procedures such as brix, density, flowability, sensory and weights as required.Utilize chronometers, refractometers, moistures, scales, pH equipment, air pumps, vacuum chambers, and incubators to complete testing.Communicate and collaborate with different departments and at all levels of the organization.Understand all of the information contained within a product specification sheet.Oversee PEM programs are following the daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly schedules.Assist with any nonconforming product and ensure good communication with 3rd party laboratory vendor.Other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS:At least one year working in food manufacturing is preferred.Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.Basic computer skills.Attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to read and interpret specifications.Problem solving and decision making skills.Good communication and interpersonal skills.High School Diploma or equivalent.Lift up to 50 lbs.Walk or stand 95% of the time.Overtime availability based upon company needs.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insuranceWork Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr Compact Industries Inc