3rd Shift QA Technician I

Litehouse Inc•Lowell, MI

48d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Join Litehouse as a QA Technician I Location: Lowell, MI Shift: 3rd Shift, 11:00pm-7:30am Starting pay: $18.44/hr Additional Pay: 3rd Shift is $3/hr shift premium As a QA Technician, you'll play a vital role in maintaining product quality and safety by performing in-process checks, inspections, and analytical tests. You'll help validate that our food safety systems-from HACCP to GMP-are running as they should. About Litehouse Foods Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at our four U.S. facilities based in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits. We keep a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate. Great People Deserve Great Benefits! 401(k) + 401(k) Matching Dental, Health, Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off + Additional Personal Day Biweekly pay 8 Paid Holidays Paid sick time after 6 months Shift Differential Career advancement opportunities and recognition programs Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. We do not offer sponsorship All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.

Requirements

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present information professionally in team settings and through email
Understanding of quality manufacturing principles such as HACCP, GMP, and SQF standards
Passion for process improvement and a sharp eye for detail

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of ROSS, NWA, SharePoint, or similar systems preferred

Responsibilities

Conducting line checks, first case checks, and beaker weights to ensure ongoing product quality
Reviewing and signing off on MVI jobs; pulling reports and adding jobs as needed
Performing analytical tests, such as titrations and specification reviews
Verifying sanitation procedures and environmental monitoring
Managing product hold status: tagging, logging, investigating, and updating systems (ERP/SharePoint)
Investigating customer complaints and pulling retain samples and production documentation
Documenting and reporting findings in accordance with food safety protocols