QA Technician Lead (2nd Shift)
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Technician assures that the plant is compliant with food regulatory requirements and reports deficiencies or practices that could compromise food safety, quality and food defense. Schedule 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM Tuesday-Saturday, with flexibility for overtime Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Quality Control Technician in all areas. See QA Tech 1 & 2 Job Descriptions Collect environmental swabs, air sampling dishes and Lab retain samples. Perform special assignments as needed by the Quality Assurance Manager. Train new employees on QC and lab duties. Perform 90-day evaluations. Rotates floor staff to ensure coverage. Receive trucks and tankers. Conducts inventory checks for consumables (ATP swabs, charts, forms, etc.). Perform Calibration Verifications. Perform HPP Cycle Verifications. Perform GMP Trainings for new hires when Supervisor is not available. Cover areas in case of call outs. Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Supervisor in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed. Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines when in the plant. Regular and reliable attendance.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Quality Assurance experience preferred
- 1-2 years food industry experience preferred but not required
- Familiarity with food safety regulations is a plus
- Must have strong communications skills.
- Must have strong computer skills.
- Must have strong critical thinking skills.
- Must be able to adapt to constant changes and work independently with moderate supervision.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have strong leadership skills.
- Be able to delegate and arrange floor duties.
- Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs with continuous motion.
- Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs with continuous motion.
- Must navigate manufacturing equipment and facility areas involving repetitive bending, kneeling, overhead reaching, stooping, squatting, and twisting.
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights as needed.
- Regular use of hands for handling, grasping, and controlling objects with strong grip strength and manual dexterity.
- Requires extended periods working at a computer.
- Must be able to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam.
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years food industry experience preferred but not required
- Familiarity with food safety regulations is a plus
Responsibilities
- Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Quality Control Technician in all areas.
- Collect environmental swabs, air sampling dishes and Lab retain samples.
- Perform special assignments as needed by the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Train new employees on QC and lab duties.
- Perform 90-day evaluations.
- Rotates floor staff to ensure coverage.
- Receive trucks and tankers.
- Conducts inventory checks for consumables (ATP swabs, charts, forms, etc.).
- Perform Calibration Verifications.
- Perform HPP Cycle Verifications.
- Perform GMP Trainings for new hires when Supervisor is not available.
- Cover areas in case of call outs.
- Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Supervisor in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed.
- Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines when in the plant.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
- 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
- Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
- Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
