Quality Assurance Tech - 2nd Shift

West Liberty Foods • West Liberty, IA

401d

About The Position

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we're right in your backyard. Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment! We are currently hiring for a Quality Assurance Technician. The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for inspecting and monitoring processes and product to ensure that the quality of product is of the highest standard.

Requirements

• Experience in quality assurance is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to practice good personal hygiene.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Work extended hours, weekends and overtime if needed.
• Experience in food manufacturing or processing a plus.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
• Basic computer skills using Google Suite.
• HACCP plan certification preferred.
• Good customer service skills are a must.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in food manufacturing or processing a plus.
• HACCP plan certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete regular quality checks.
• Inspect and monitor processes and product.
• Conduct pre-op on the lines for cleanliness of equipment and surrounding area and complete pre-op documentation.
• Conduct metal detector checks before start up.
• Audit process by using specifications.
• Monitor meat quality and complete AQL paperwork.
• Monitor code dates to assure proper dates are being used.
• Monitor packaging and labeling for quality issues.
• Monitor team members for Good Manufacturing Procedures.
• Monitor temperatures of products.
• Conduct housekeeping checks.
• Monitor weight control checks.
• Retain product when needed, tag product, complete QA Hold Forms and document.
• Assist production with quality issues.
• Collect finished product for shelf life program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends.
• Overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, with scheduling on a volunteer-first basis whenever possible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees