MQ Inspector- 3rd shift (395)

Now Foods • Bloomingdale, IL

17h

About The Position

The MQ Inspector samples and inspects in-process materials, finished products, incoming raw materials, and other materials. The inspector may be assigned to any area for which they have been trained, based on departmental needs, and generally works in one quality-control inspection area.

For incoming inspection, the role evaluates incoming raw materials, obtains representative lot samples, completes required documentation and Oracle entries, samples incoming raw materials and packaged products upon warehouse receipt, and reviews certificates of conformance or analysis when needed. For processing or packaging inspection, the role reviews documentation for completeness and compliance with GMPs and SOPs, conducts random in-process testing, releases materials for use, communicates quality problems, supports investigations, performs AQL inspections as needed, and places products on hold to investigate quality issues. The inspector follows safety and GMP requirements and supports the company’s safety program.

This position works throughout NOW’s manufacturing facilities, with direct exposure to ingredients, mixes, equipment, and packaging. The work environment may include vapors, herbal aromas, potentially hazardous chemicals, and biological materials; noise is usually moderate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Zero to two years of related inspection experience.
• Familiarity with general inspection procedures and 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 interpret instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and change tasks frequently.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and assume responsibility for new tasks.
• Ability to handle testing equipment, raw materials, finished products, tools, or controls; regularly lift and move items as described in the posting, including lifting up to 50 pounds and moving a 55-pound pallet.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a quality department.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and sample in-process materials, finished products, incoming raw materials, and other assigned materials.
• Evaluate incoming raw materials, obtain representative lot samples, complete required documentation and Oracle entries, and sample incoming materials and packaged products upon receipt.
• Review certificates of conformance or analysis for incoming materials or 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 supervisors, leads, and operations personnel.
• Assist supervisors or leads with investigations.
• Perform AQL inspections on bulk or packaged product as needed and place product on hold to investigate quality issues.
• Comply with safety and GMP requirements; follow safety rules and procedures, report hazards and safety concerns, participate in safety activities, assist with communicating safety information to new employees, and fulfill responsibilities under the company safety management plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED