QA TECHNICIAN II - First Shift
About The Position
The QA Technician II is responsible for driving sustainable growth by maintaining quality requirements according to company policies, customers, industry, and regulatory specifications. This role involves performing evaluations of samples, monitoring antimicrobial levels, and supporting food safety and regulatory compliance programs. The technician will verify various aspects of production, including receiving, storage, GMPs, net weights, and labeling, while maintaining accurate records and communicating findings effectively. They are empowered to suspend production or retain product if improper conditions or non-conforming product is discovered. The role also requires adherence to all safety rules and practices. Level II is achieved after one year in the role with full training in all areas. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- None
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Understanding/knowledge of HAACP principles.
- Experience with 3rd party Food Safety Audits.
Responsibilities
- Maneuver and perform evaluations of samples.
- Assist with the monitoring of antimicrobial levels throughout production areas to withstand compliance with Safety and Suitable.
- Support facility Food Safety/Regulatory Compliance programs such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Sanitation Standard Operation Procedures (SSOP’s), and Sanitation Performance Standards (SPS) via monitoring and verifying.
- Assure monitoring instruments, i.e., thermometers, etc. are accurately calibrated.
- Provide verification services in the areas of receiving, storage of ingredients, packaging and raw materials, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), net weights, proper labeling, quality characteristics. Verification may include additional monitoring as a verification step.
- Maintain records, processes, procedures including responsibility for data entry of specific quality-related information.
- Effectively communicate inspection findings and observations.
- Suspend production upon discovery of improper insanitary conditions, out of control, or if positive control in question.
- Retain product that does not conform to USDA, George’s, or customer requirements.
- Follow all safety rules and practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
