QC LEAD-WA

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: QC Manager
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1
• Employment Category: Full-Time Seasonal
• Pay Rate: $ 19.77

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America's largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.


Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.


WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Sr. QA Tech will carry out with limited supervision, quality analysis and control for production of shortcut, cello, food service, and other products. The Sr. QA Tech will train and provide guidance to QA Technicians.

• Daily audits of QA technicians' procedures which include verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMP's, and documentation.
• Sample collection, operation of scales, data entry.
• Serve as a QA/QC Technician backup, when necessary.
• Perform weekly QA lab supply inventory.
• Perform label verification procedures.
• Perform Carrot receiving quality checks.
• Monitoring and recording of facility PC (Preventive Controls) and CCPs (Critical Control Points)
• Grading defects of carrots.
• Assist FSQA leadership with facility trainings.
• Complete product retains sample checks and data recording
• Daily check of quality shift documents.
• Analytical testing of raw and finished products as well as processing water and equipment
• Examine product retain shelf-life samples, aid manager in evaluation of shelf-life data
• Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment (scales, thermometers, hydrocooler monitors, etc.) routinely
• Complete environmental monitoring, equipment swabbing, and inspections of production and QA/QC documents as directed.
• Support special projects as assigned, update process control guidelines and valuations sheets as required.
• Communicate test results and issues with QA and Production leadership in a timely manner.
• Support the performance of audits and inspections of facility at required intervals, report nonconformance and support corrective action process
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Must be reliable, responsible, dependable, and be able to fulfill obligations.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and high-pressure environment.
• Work as a team and follow instructions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must follow Bolthouse Fresh Foods standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze various parameters including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word
• High School Diploma or equivalent; or six to 1-year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven, reliable, work history

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environmental exposure -cold/wet conditions (40 ° or below).
• Ability to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Material exposure-moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles and vibrations.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties.
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time during the work period
• Regularly required to stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, and/or climb steps.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

1st Shift (5:30am-5:30pm) Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance applying for a position or believe you require accommodation due to a disability or sincerely held religious belief, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: View email address on click.appcast.io for additional support or guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.


1st Shift (5:30am-5:30pm) Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.