Quality Assurance Technician

Job Responsibilities


• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.


• Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.


• Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.


• Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.


• Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.


• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.


• Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.


• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.


• Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.


• Perform hourly piece count of packed box.


• Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.


• Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.


• Follow all safety rules.


• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).


• Keep assigned area clean.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


Experience & Skills


• 3 months of on the job training.