Manufacturing QA Technician I (Clackamas, OR)

The Employee Connect•Clackamas, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

A fast-paced, safety-first dairy processing plant in Clackamas, Oregon, is hiring a Manufacturing QA Technician I to help ensure the quality and safety of its products. The technician inspects raw materials and finished milk products, monitors production, and performs tests to verify compliance with quality and safety standards. The role works closely with production and quality teams in an onsite dairy processing plant, with required PPE provided. This is a 90-day contract assignment covering a leave of absence, with a possibility of extension. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday and Saturday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, and candidates must be open to overtime. The anticipated start is immediate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Familiarity with quality control procedures and regulations.
Good communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work Sunday through Wednesday and Saturday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, including overtime.

Nice To Haves

1 to 2 years of quality assurance experience in food production.
Additional relevant certifications.
HACCP or food safety training.
Experience with sampling and inspection procedures.
Experience with internal and external audits.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished milk products.
Inspect production processes for compliance with safety and quality standards.
Monitor and document equipment calibration and maintenance.
Work with production teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
Implement and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard operating procedures.
Participate in internal audits and assist with external audits.
Record and analyze data and prepare quality metric reports.
Help develop and carry out quality improvement initiatives.