QA Tech

ConAgra Foods • Waseca, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The QA Tech audits quality assurance throughout the Waseca plant to ensure products meet quality specifications through monitoring and reporting. The role partners with plant teams to identify and correct quality issues and support consistent food safety and quality practices. It reports to the QA Manager and is scheduled for a 6:00 PM–6:00 AM shift, with an hourly rate of $22.31 plus a $0.50 shift differential.

The QA Tech follows plant safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and food safety requirements; audits semifinished products and raw materials; performs audits and flavor evaluations; and enters data into computer systems for quality reporting. The role works closely with Area Managers, line leads, Team Operators, packaging process employees, and other departments to improve line processes, address holds, and promote uniform practices. It also develops procedures and systems to improve semifinished product quality and grade, reduce product holds, and supports line preparation projects and other duties assigned by the QA Manager.

Requirements

• Proven skill in organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Willingness to obtain additional training or education when requested by management.
• Follow the attendance policy for the Waseca Plant.
• SAP experience required.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce plant safety rules, guidelines, and Good Manufacturing Practices requirements.
• Apply food safety requirements throughout daily work.
• Partner with the Area Manager and line lead to implement identified changes.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments.
• Summarize accumulated quality data for each shift.
• Work with the Area Manager and Team Operators to identify and correct problems.
• Partner with packaging process employees to improve processes on the line and promote uniform practices.
• Develop procedures and systems to improve the quality of semifinished products, improve grade, and reduce product holds.
• Assist with special projects and other tasks related to complete line preparation.
• Audit semifinished products and raw materials.
• Work with process employees when semifinished product holds are identified to reduce the number of holds.
• Perform audits and flavor evaluations.
• Enter data into computer systems for quality reporting.
• Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the QA Manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k)/pension eligibility.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee resource groups and team collaboration.
• Paid time off.
• Volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed