FSQ Technician 2nd Shift

Gehl Foods•Germantown, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The FSQ Technician performs food safety and quality monitoring and testing across manufacturing processes, including batching, processing, filling, and packaging. The role is based in Germantown, Wisconsin, and works the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with weekend work as needed. Pay is $23.50 per hour including shift differential, with the base rate depending on experience. The technician tests raw batches, finished products, and ingredients; completes sanitation, allergen, and equipment verification routines; reviews food safety and quality records; and supports investigations and improvements to FSQ practices. The position also maintains the organization and cleanliness of the FSQ laboratory.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
Ability to document, describe, and interpret records and documented specifications.
Ability to enforce company procedures and policies.
Ability to document inspection findings legibly and accurately.
BSc in Food Science, Food Engineering, or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a QA function within the food or beverage manufacturing industry.
Work experience and training in HACCP.

Responsibilities

Execute Quality Monitoring Scheme routines across manufacturing processes, including batching, processing, filling, and packaging.
Perform physical and chemical testing of raw batches, finished products, and other items specified by the Quality Monitoring Scheme.
Sample, test, and release bulk and refrigerated ingredients.
Complete pre-operation routines, including sanitation approval for equipment and the environment and checks for compliance with product change-over requirements.
Perform CIP validation and allergen testing.
Coordinate collection and storage of finished-product samples during manufacturing operations.
Execute hold routines, including creating events for nonconforming ingredients, packaging material, raw batches, and finished products.
Perform verification and validation routines for sanitation and allergen controls.
Review and approve food safety and quality records created throughout the shift.
Coordinate verification and calibration routines for inline and in-process equipment, including X-Ray, metal detectors, and in-line filters.
Perform verification routines for prerequisite records and programs.
Contribute to root cause analysis and customer complaint investigations.
Contribute to maintenance and improvement of FSQ documentation practices.
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and housekeeping of the FSQ Lab area.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.