Quality Assurance Associate II

PetIQ•Richland I, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Associate role will ensure that the production operations at the Omaha Manufacturing Facility meet the company quality and operations procedures. The major responsibilities of this role include receiving and releasing incoming materials and inspecting and releasing production lines. This role will oversee the day-to-day manufacturing operation and works in close collaboration with other departments such as: Operation, Quality Control and Supply Chain.

Requirements

Must be able to read and understand English-written job instructions and safety requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook (or similar) and comfortable working in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work independently, detail oriented, desire to learn, ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
Computer skills and use of databases for specifications.
Self-motivated and action-oriented with ability to work independently and work cross functionally across departments with strong display of collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
Previous Quality Assurance experience in an EPA/FDA environment

Responsibilities

Performs Line Clearances and line Releases
Answers calls from Operations for any quality issue
Inspects, samples and releases incoming raw materials and components
Releases in process materials to the manufacturing operation.
Able to change status (hold, release, etc.) of materials, components and products in the inventory management system
Verifies in-process and finished products to ensure specifications are met.
Must be willing and able to work the day or evening shift as backup.
Performs daily weight calibration checks of production scales.
Completes paperwork review and product release for production jobs completed at the Distribution Center, as assigned
Performs other support functions as assigned.
Works independently within established procedures associated with job function
Oversight day-to-day manufacturing operation
Work with the Operations team to resolve issues (non-conforming inventory, production issues, etc.), ensuring product disposition (hold, release, etc.), as necessary
Able to train new QA Associates
Able to perform job duties independently