MQ Inspector I - 2nd shift

Now Foods•Bloomingdale, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The MQ Inspector I samples and inspects in-process materials, finished products, and incoming raw materials. The inspector may be assigned to any area in which they have been trained, based on departmental needs, and generally works in one quality-control inspection area. For incoming inspection assignments, the inspector evaluates incoming raw materials, obtains representative lot samples, completes required documentation and Oracle entries, samples incoming materials and packaged products upon receipt, and reviews certificates of conformance or analysis as needed. For processing or packaging assignments, the inspector reviews documentation for completeness and compliance with GMPs and SOPs, conducts random in-process testing, releases materials for use, communicates quality issues, assists with investigations, performs AQL inspections as needed, and places products on hold to investigate quality concerns. The role also requires compliance with safety and GMP requirements and active participation in the company safety program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Zero to two years of related inspection experience.
Familiarity with general inspection procedures.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read and interpret product specifications, departmental instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine emails and communicate effectively with QC and operations personnel.
Good writing and communication skills.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, and averages.
Ability to compare results with specifications and determine whether requirements are met.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.
Ability to work in a quick-paced environment and change tasks frequently.
Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and assume responsibility for new tasks.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including handling testing equipment and materials and lifting, moving, pushing, and pulling specified loads.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a quality department.

Responsibilities

Sample and inspect in-process materials, finished products, incoming raw materials, and other assigned materials.
Perform raw-material evaluations on incoming shipments and obtain representative lot samples.
Complete required documentation and Oracle entries.
Sample incoming raw materials and packaged products upon receipt in the warehouse.
Review certificates of conformance or analysis for incoming materials and packaging components as needed.
Review processing and packaging documentation for completeness and compliance with GMPs and SOPs.
Perform random in-process testing to verify operator results and release materials for use.
Communicate problems and out-of-specification issues to the supervisor or lead and operations personnel.
Assist the supervisor or lead in conducting investigations.
Perform AQL inspections on bulk or packaged products as needed.
Place products on hold to investigate quality issues.
Follow safety rules and procedures, participate in safety training, report hazards and concerns, and help communicate safety information to new employees.
Comply with safety and GMP requirements.