Quality Assurance Tech (Clinton)

Schreiber Foods•Clinton, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Tech uses knowledge of the production process to test and inspect products at various stages of completion and shelf life for compliance with production schedules and customer specifications. The role requires understanding customer requirements, learning lab grading and line QA duties for both departments, and maintaining required Critical Control Point (CCP) and Process Control Point (PCP) checks. The technician completes checks and documentation accurately and promptly, follows standard operating procedures and reaction plans, and works with leaders and partners to resolve food safety, product quality, and customer requirement issues. The position rotates between lab work and line QA responsibilities and may require working various shifts or schedules to meet QA and laboratory needs. The role involves recording information in reports and spreadsheets and using The Hive, LIMS, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Candidates must pass Word and Excel tests at the plant before an interview, with a score of at least 60. The position is based at Schreiber Foods’ Clinton, Missouri plant and is on the night shift. It requires following manufacturing and safety practices and working in cold and/or hot conditions. The workday is 12 hours, with continuous standing and walking and other physical activities as needed.

Requirements

Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and comprehending English.
Ability to operate a computer and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; Word and Excel testing is required, with a passing score of 60 or higher before an interview.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to pay attention to detail and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to use proper lifting and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) techniques.
Dependability, including satisfactory attendance at work and meetings.
Teamwork and compliance with plant policies and procedures; ability to work respectfully and effectively with partners and leaders.
Willingness to work weekends, off-shifts, holidays, and overtime as needed, and to perform assigned duties outside primary responsibilities.
Ability to work in cold and/or hot conditions.
Ability to bend, squat, twist, stoop, kneel, climb stairs or ladders, and lift or carry items as required; stand and walk continuously during a 12-hour workday.
Ability to operate an Automated Pallet Jack (Walkie Lift) and use safe forklift techniques.
Must pass a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, housekeeping guidelines, safety guidelines, and required use of designated personal protective equipment.
Identify and understand customer requirements and read and understand production orders.
Enter and accurately record data in The Hive, LIMS, Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, and other reports.
Test product package integrity, oxygen and CO2 levels, labels, and code dates.
Perform sensory and functionality testing of product quality as needed.
Collect samples for keeping-quality and shelf-life checks and complete sample tags.
Hold or release product according to quality parameters; identify defective product or packaging and place it on hold for re-inspection or rework.
Help resolve line issues related to food safety or product quality and follow the applicable reaction plan, including contacting the appropriate leaders.
Complete required documentation and maintain, perform, audit, and record Process Control Point and Critical Control Point checks.
Rotate between lab duties and line QA responsibilities and assist other quality assurance staff with issues and tasks as needed.
Operate an Automated Pallet Jack (Walkie Lift) safely around pedestrians and complete daily forklift inspection forms.
Keep the work area clean and free of debris.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Lead or Technical Assistant.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, with an additional employer retirement contribution.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year based on company goals.
Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
Health savings account contributions of up to $600 per year and reimbursement for fitness memberships, equipment, or classes.
Wellness incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Tuition reimbursement and role-relevant development opportunities.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet, and mental health benefits starting on day one.
Onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Childcare cost assistance of up to $5,000 annually, including monthly contributions toward childcare expenses.
Partners Helping Partners program providing support to employees facing hardship.