Plant Quality Technician

Niagara Water•Johnstown, NY

23h

About The Position

The Plant Quality Technician is responsible for executing corporate and plant-specific food safety, quality, and laboratory requirements. The role reports to the QA Manager. In the technician’s absence, the QA Manager or designate assumes the job duties. The position supports food safety and product quality through testing, documentation, equipment calibration, and response to deficiencies. Team members must follow GMP requirements and wear company-issued personal protective items in production areas. The role involves working 12-hour shifts on a rotating days-or-nights schedule.

Requirements

Must read, write, and communicate in English.
Must be able to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, days or nights.
Must follow GMP policy and wear company-issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and hairnet in production areas.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work under pressure in a very fast-paced environment.
Minimum experience requirement: 0 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Minimum experience requirement: 0 years of experience in the position.
Minimum experience requirement: 0 years of experience managing people or projects; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Minimum education: High School Diploma.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Two years of experience working in the position.
Two years of experience managing people or projects; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Associate's Degree.
HACCP certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure food safety and quality parameters are adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
Assist with batching chemicals and ingredients for production.
Calibrate laboratory and line equipment to ensure accurate results.
Collect in-process and finished-product samples.
Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to confirm products meet specifications.
Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
Recognize deficiencies and initiate appropriate follow-up.
Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.
Assist with troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
Review food safety and quality records.
Actively participate in plant teams, including HACCP and Safety teams.
Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical benefits, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident plans.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.