QA Technologist

Redbarn Pet Products, LLC., • Great Bend, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The QA Technologist is responsible for inspecting, analyzing, and verifying incoming raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet quality standards and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software is required.
• Understanding of lab practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management skills.
• Good organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience is a plus.
• An associate degree or some college with direct quality experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Redbarn policies and procedures.
• Perform product inspections during the receiving and production process.
• Report any issues or irregularities to the QA Supervisor and QA Manager.
• Monitor and maintain calibration of all QA lab equipment.
• Monitor and maintain validation of scales and metal detectors.
• Perform audits.
• Prepare samples for submission to the micro lab.
• Adhere to FDA and USDA rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Attendance bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Discounts on pet food

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED