2nd Shift - QA Technician I

Winona Foods•Howard, WI

2d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

A QA Technician I is responsible for conducting day-to-day testing, analysis, inspections and reporting needed for successful operation and manufacturing food products. Whether you’re experienced in QA or looking to take the next step in food manufacturing, Winona Foods offers stable hours, growth to QA Tech II, full benefits, and a supportive team where you can develop long-term skills in a growing industry.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in cheese processing or food manufacturing preferred. Experience may be in QA, Machine Operator, or similar work experience
Solid knowledge of quality control principles, practices, and standards.
Excellent attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with different departments.
Strong knowledge of GMP, Hygiene and HACCP.
Technical competence in using various testing equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver around machines
Candidates subject to a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Follow Winona Food Safety policies and procedures.
Follow and enforce GMPs and Personal Hygiene policies
Perform Test & Measuring Equipment calibrations and verifications.
Conduct finished product testing per established procedures.
Conduct label verification of finished product.
Inbound inspections – inspect, sample, and record and make sure there is a COA or it needs to be on hold. required
Conduct allergen testing and verification activities
Conduct inspections – glass/brittle plastic, band aid/ear plug, metal detector, sanitation, and GMP.
Maintain accurate logs, data entry, and filing records for all holds, foreign materials, non-conforming materials, lab results, inspections, etc.
Conduct post-cleaning and pre-operational sanitation inspections, including swabbing the site and documenting results.
Follow the environmental monitoring program and perform all swabbing according to the plan and document all corrective action taken.
Conduct inspections – glass/brittle plastic, band aid/ear plug, metal detector, and GMP.
Follow Hold & Release procedures – placing product on hold, conducting pre-shipment review, releasing items from soft hold.
Assist with troubleshooting issues with the in-process tests.
Review batch records and digital chart recorders, verify temp and time.
Complete proficiency lab testing.
Report all major issues and non-conformances to management.
All other duties as assigned.