QA Analyst I

The Marzetti Company•Altoona, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of QA Analyst Maintains and ensures quality of products, collects data, monitors products and processes and GMP compliance. Shift: Sunday - Thursday (11p - 7:30a)

Requirements

Experience is a plus in understanding quality assurance and/or control processes, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
Basic math, science, analytical, and problem-solving skills required.
Ability to efficiently organize work, tasks and time.
Written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – verbally & written – to and work well with Team, Management, Customers, Vendors and visitors and to follow and give accurate detailed instruction (written & oral).
Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a fast-paced environment.
Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in food science, biology or science preferred.

Responsibilities

Works respectfully with all team members to ensure the Safety, Quality, production and support of our products and goals on a daily basis.
Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
Actively participates in Marzetti Operational Excellence, special projects or tasks, and modification programs as needed with prior approval.
Actively participates in department/shift/team meetings and is involved with improvement/resolutions & follow-up.
Maintains highest standard of Safety for all functions on an ongoing basis and ensures compliance for self and others to OSHA standards.
Performs daily inspection of all PPE required including but not limited to SLIP-RESISTANT/STEEL-TOED SHOES, safety glasses, gloves, shields and aprons to ensure good overall condition of items that provide optimal personal safety & protection while working in the facility.
Successfully acquires and maintains Lock Out-Tag Out Certification for machine and safely performs all functions in accordance to OHSA and company requirements and standards.
Performs daily inspection of power equipment with proper documentation.
Completes his/her Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSO), corrects issues when identified, and participates in problem solving.
Completes his/her Behavior Based Quality observations (BBQs), corrects issues when identified and participates in problem solving.
Ensures compliance to quality, food safety / Food Safety Plan, FSMA, Food Defense, 5S, OSHA and other support programs; assures conformity to all company, customer and government standards.
Communicates any concerns related to product safety, integrity, quality and legality to management or to the confidential hotline if the need for anonymity is necessary.
Collect samples of ingredients, products and/or packages and monitor and test according to established procedures.
Inspect and swab equipment/environment. Communicate any issues and/or concerns to appropriate technical services or operations team.
Monitor processes to assure they are operating consistently.
Document neatly and precisely all results.
Label and maintain samples of ingredients or products for retains or shelf life monitoring.
Identifying potential hazards and solutions to issues.
Addressing customer complaints and solution.
Organize collected data for management review (charts, graphs, tables, etc.)
Maintain lab area and equipment in orderly fashion.
Communicate inconsistent results or observations to management immediately.
Maintains standard production quantities/rates for each product.
Recommend methods for improving any processes to reduce waste, improve productivity, improve quality and/or consistency.
Accurately weigh colors, flavors and other small ingredients.
Test R&D samples for Food Safety and specification development.
Assist production when necessary.
Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Management
Complete initial/annual training to ensure the individual is properly qualified (QI) to perform all required job tasks as outlined in training programs/records.