QA Tech 1 (60455)

Tofurky•Hood River, OR

7d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Food safety and quality are the highest priorities for our company. The Quality Assurance Technician 1 plays an essential role in the monitoring and verification of our food safety and quality systems. Through daily process checks as well as short- and long-term projects, the QA Tech I will monitor and verify critical food safety steps and process parameters during production, so that our customers can always enjoy our product with full confidence and comply with food and trade legislation. A successful QA tech follows quality and production SOPs consistently, has an inquisitive mode of thinking, seeks new knowledge, communicates concerns and ideas proactively and communicates effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Basic math (arithmetic, averages, percentages,
Conversant and literate in English.
Basic-level computer skills using Microsoft Windows and Office.

Nice To Haves

2-year degree
Conversant and literate in English and Spanish.
Experience working in a multilingual food manufacturing environment.
Familiar with United States FDA cGMPs, 21CFR117
Certificate of food safety training in food manufacturing (HACCP, SQF, BRC)
Technical writing experience.
Experience in assisting with 3rd party, State, or Federal food safety/compliance audits and inspections.

Responsibilities

Verifying critical process checks and labeling appropriately.
Inspecting and swabbing production equipment for cleanliness, damage, allergens, and/or microorganisms.
Assisting in the pest management program, monitors plant and exterior for pests.
Collecting packages for inspections and analyses.
Organizing and filing records for quality assurance, compliance, and HACCP activities.
Monitoring quality assurance consumables inventory
Verifying accuracy of weighing equipment.
Monitoring metal detectors, pasteurizers, ovens, and other critical process equipment.
Verifying accuracy of finished product codes and shelf dates against requirements.
Assisting QA Tech II with assigned activities.