QC Technician 3rd shift

Bolthouse Farms•Bakersfield, CA

9h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The QC Technician performs quality analysis and control for production of beverages, salad dressing, kids’ tubes, fiber, concentrate, and IQF products, working with limited supervision in both the laboratory and processing facility. The role supports analytical testing, food-safety and quality audits, and microbiological audits and sampling, while upholding WM. Bolthouse Farms, Inc. quality and food-safety standards for products made at the facility. The position reports to the Supervisor and is a regular, full-time, non-exempt role on the third shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Travel is not required. Weekend work and overtime are mandatory when business requires. The hourly pay rate is $20.25–$22.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Self-motivated and able to perform multiple tasks.
Ability to communicate in English through writing, speaking, and reading.
Teamwork orientation and ability to communicate and interact well with others.
Ability to use company standard operating procedures to prepare and/or analyze parameters, including good laboratory practices and aseptic techniques.
Ability to taste and evaluate finished products.
Ability to differentiate colors to examine product quality differences.
Dependable and able to work flexible hours, including weekends.
Knowledge of math and science concepts.
Detail-oriented with good writing ability for clear record keeping.
Able to work in wet, cold, or hot environments and lift 25–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Reasonable Spanish language ability is desired but not mandatory.
One to two years of experience in food manufacturing or food production.
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, or related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Audit production procedures daily, including verification of code dates, scales, water levels, plant GMPs, and documentation.
Conduct line audits according to established guidelines and frequency.
Work with the QC Supervisor and production personnel to address items found out of compliance during daily audits.
Collect samples; operate laboratory equipment; analyze and enter data; and ship samples.
Obtain and examine product retain and shelf-life samples for evaluation.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
Perform analytical analyses of in-process and finished goods produced within the APEX facility.
Conduct pre-operational, in-process, and post-operation food-safety and plant-sanitation audits.
Perform microbiological and ATP swabbing of plant equipment and facilities.
Place product on hold when deviations from standards occur.
Complete corrective actions for deviations from standards.
Enforce plant QA, hygiene, and GMP policies.
Complete quality paperwork in hard-copy and electronic formats.
Perform other duties as assigned.