Quality Assurance Technician I

Richelieu Foods • Beaver Dam, WI

2d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Essential Functions · Perform Inspections including Pre-Operative and Food Safety – document and communicate results. · Perform Daily Operating Inspections as needed to assure compliance with GMP’s and USDA requirements. · Perform Magnet and Metal Detector Record Checks inform Supervisor of deficiencies. · Conduct ATP swab tests – Daily and Weekly Line Swabs. · Calibrate Lab Scale, pH meter, salt analyzer. · Conduct Organic start-up tests including assurance that documentation of no unauthorized cleaner was used, line was triple rinsed and pH 7 on line. · Daily review of previous days HACCP records. · Change thermometer recorder charts as needed. · Perform Quality Audits – including Quality systems, production scales and salt analyzers, document and communicate findings. · Preform In-bound checks and check COA’s to assure they meet requirements. · Keep stock of Laboratory and Production supplies as directed. · Liaison with USDA. · Distribute weekly Code Date Sheets on a timely basis. · Report and Follow-Up on Food Safety and Food Quality concerns. · Perform Pizza Line Coverage checks. · Notifies Supervisor of all down times. · Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns. · Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective.
• The ability to identify, define, and solve problems.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.
• A sense of accountability for results.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.
• Ability to read and understand formula sheets.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Food experience

Responsibilities

• Perform Inspections including Pre-Operative and Food Safety – document and communicate results.
• Perform Daily Operating Inspections as needed to assure compliance with GMP’s and USDA requirements.
• Perform Magnet and Metal Detector Record Checks inform Supervisor of deficiencies.
• Conduct ATP swab tests – Daily and Weekly Line Swabs.
• Calibrate Lab Scale, pH meter, salt analyzer.
• Conduct Organic start-up tests including assurance that documentation of no unauthorized cleaner was used, line was triple rinsed and pH 7 on line.
• Daily review of previous days HACCP records.
• Change thermometer recorder charts as needed.
• Perform Quality Audits – including Quality systems, production scales and salt analyzers, document and communicate findings.
• Preform In-bound checks and check COA’s to assure they meet requirements.
• Keep stock of Laboratory and Production supplies as directed.
• Liaison with USDA.
• Distribute weekly Code Date Sheets on a timely basis.
• Report and Follow-Up on Food Safety and Food Quality concerns.
• Perform Pizza Line Coverage checks.
• Notifies Supervisor of all down times.
• Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

• We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees