FSQ Technician- 2nd Shift

Schwan's Company • Florence, KY

77d • $21

About The Position

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement! Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents.
• Demonstrate knowledge of HACCP as it applies to specific plant operations (HACCP certification preferred).
• Confirm a satisfactory current job performance and safety record.
• Ability to work in a variety of temperatures.
• Learn and operate standard laboratory equipment and keep accurate documentation of daily information.
• Communicate in English (verbally and through writing) to accurately create and document company reports.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and perform basic math functions.
• Demonstrate solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Intermediate level proficiency in SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of quality assurance audits on incoming products, in-process production, and finished products to ensure they meet regulatory and company standards of quality.
• Assist in planning and establishing additional FSQ activities and procedures.
• Monitor daily adherence to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and report issues to management.
• Generate reports such as specification notices and trend analysis using Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel; process transactions in SAP to release product from QA hold.
• Verify regulatory formula and procedural compliance of manufacturing systems and take corrective action when necessary.
• Document review and verification to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Work with Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Sensory, and Product Development to gather samples and information needed for product testing.
• Evaluate Certificate of Analysis data against specification and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Work with production management to rework product for most routine product quality issues.
• Generate and maintain reports of all testing performed and all quality and food safety issues.
• Conduct plant food safety/GMP orientation when necessary.
• Perform associated formulation audits and quality checks as necessary and according to product specifications.
• Complete the investigation and documenting of incidents involving product/ingredient Food Safety issues.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

Benefits

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during the first year.
• 401k with Company Match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED