2nd Shift Quality Control Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Summary/Objective The Quality Control Technician is responsible for verifying that incoming materials and finished products are properly manufactured by meeting the requirements of internal and customer specifications. In addition, QC Techs are expected to be technically knowledgeable regarding plant processes and procedures in order to provide oversight and technical support for operations.  Essential Functions*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Verify incoming and finished product conformance to internal company standards and customer specifications per company procedures including:Verification of Food Safety and Quality processes (SOP's, SSOP's, GMPs)Sanitation Verification (Allergen & ATP)Weight Verification Foreign Material Control-Metal Detection/Glass & Brittle PlasticsLabel VerificationHold implementation. Pest control supportProcess and Temperature monitoringFollowing/enforcing gmp'sSupport regulatory, certification, and customer audits. Sample collection (Lab testing, retention samples).Understanding the business, the needs of the organization, and supporting business initiatives.   CompetenciesEthical Conduct.Customer/Client Focus.Learning Orientation.Performance Experience.Leadership.Communication Proficiency.Computer Skills.Operate Analytical Testing Equipment. Operate Data Management Software.Proficient in Legible and Complete Documentation. Ability to Understand and Translate Technical Documents.Understanding of Balancing Operational Needs vs Customer Expectations. Supervisory ResponsibilityNone.Work EnvironmentThis position is a position that operates in a plant/warehouse operational environment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time, non-exempt position, and a minimum of 40 hours per week is required. This position occasionally requires overtime and occasional weekend work based on operational needs. TravelNone.Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED.Experience with documenting data and performing analytical calculations. Preferred Education and ExperienceFood plant operations experience. Educational experience in analytical, chemical, biological or food sciencesAdditional Eligibility QualificationsNone.Work Authorization/Security ClearanceThe Company employs only United States citizens or person(s) that are otherwise legally authorized to work in the United States.  Hayden Valley Foods does not supply sponsorship for jobs.EEO StatementHayden Valley Foods provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of The Company's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including separation.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Local Candidates only / no relocation is offered for this position.No resumes will be accepted from 3rd party companies; the company will only review resumes submitted directly by the job seeker, not through recruiters, staffing agencies, or headhunters.Unsolicited submissions from agencies will be discarded.