QA Technician II

SK FOOD GROUP•Tolleson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry, established in 1943. They produce a complete line of products for various market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending, and the transportation industry. The company also offers sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities to customers across the United States. This role is for a QA Technician II to join the team in Tolleson, AZ, reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor. The primary function of this role is to assist with tasks related to the quality of finished products, raw ingredients, and packaging materials, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or equivalent, and 1-2 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to use iPad/tablet.
Ability to operate standard lab equipment.
Excellent time management and task prioritization abilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Be detailed and organized.
Problem solving skills.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Strong attention to detail; data and sample collection, accuracy in paperwork.
Good decision making and reasoning skills.
Ability to interpret regulations and product specifications.
Ability to interact with all levels of organization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in scientific field preferred.
Certificates related to Food Safety and/or HACCP preferred.
Knowledge of Food Safety fundamentals is desirable.

Responsibilities

Collect measurements, test and report results on various components to ensure they fall within specification ranges.
Ensure that sandwiches are being built to specification.
Conduct in line audits/product assessments for specification compliance on food products.
Coordinate with production on regulatory and quality issues and document corrective actions.
Ensure GMPs are being followed.
Assess facility for sanitary compliance.
Collect weights and measurements of finished good products.
Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
Follow the HACCP Plan to ensure food safety.
Coordinate with production on regulatory and quality issues and document corrective actions.
Assist with training incoming QA technicians.
Demonstrate ability to perform pre-operational inspection and ATP swabs.
Assist in pilot runs and data collection as needed.
Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
Other duties as assigned.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.