Quality Assurance Technician

fgf brands • Lebanon, TN

22h • Onsite

About The Position

As a team member, the Quality Assurance Technician monitors, samples, and records food-safe production practices throughout the facility. They prioritize personnel and food safety at all times.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 2-year degree in laboratory / food science, or equivalent prior experience in food quality assurance
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistics, SPC fundamentals, and laboratory skills
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP and food safety compliance
• Solid computer proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint are essential
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills
• Ability to function and contribute in a team environment
• Saturday Work required (most weekends)
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Ability to visually inspect product and facility

Nice To Haves

• AIB or other food industry training is a plus

Responsibilities

• Notify management of observed needs on the production floor relating to quality or food safety.
• Support compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, guidelines and governance under the FGF quality Manual and the food safety and quality programs.
• Investigate and analyze product or raw material quality problems and develop, recommend, and implement corrective measures as necessary
• Fry off samples and evaluate results
• Audit sample data taken for use in the implementation of the plant’s IPM (Integrated Process Management) System
• Identify process problems through the use of statistical analysis
• Suggest and implement corrective measures to improve the manufacturing processes
• Record and communicate results through reports, meetings, and voicemail as required
• Monitor incoming raw materials to ensure materials meet our specifications
• Ensure compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards as well as HAACP compliance and other food safety and workplace safety initiatives
• Support activities of other departments such as Production, Dry Warehouse, and Sanitation through auditing
• Communicate with other departments to ensure that substandard product is identified
• Ensure that substandard product is not packed and/or shipped and that it is disposed of as waste, rework or thrift inventory
• Assist in the development of standards and procedures for new and existing products
• Lead and contribute to the efforts of Continuous Improvement Teams

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums
• 401k matching program
• Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED