Quality Assurance Specialist - Hutchinson, KS

Archer Daniels Midland•Hutchinson, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Quality Assurance Specialist - Hutchinson, KS Job Summary: The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality, food safety and verification of conformance to regulatory requirements in support of plant operations. This position will offer support to production in making quality decisions, investigating non-conforming product and providing oversight during process upsets. This position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager. Must have availability to work 2nd, 3rd, or rotating shifts and weekends, as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry or related Science field or 3 years’ prior Quality Control / Assurance experience.
Prior laboratory experience / knowledge of laboratory procedures.
Focus on food safety and customer needs in all aspects of work.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining Quality requirements.
Good problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Routinely conduct GMP, Food Safety Plan / HACCP, and GFSI (SQF) compliance inspections.
Perform verification checks and assessments related to process function, sanitation, procedural practices, personnel performance, and product quality.
Interface with facility management on findings and corrective actions.
Conduct microbiological swabbing for environmental monitoring, monitor and report results.
Conduct for-cause investigations, determining root cause of issues.
Provide guidance on sanitation methodology and chemical usage.
Conduct pre-operation inspection of equipment that has undergone maintenance and/or sanitation.
Verify food safety related calibration and preventive maintenance activities.
Assist facility management in assessing process deviations, related impact, and response.
Assist with creating standard operating procedures and work instructions with food safety implications.