Quality Assurance Technician

Bridgetown Natural Foods•Mount Juliet, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Quality and Production Teams, Quality Assurance (QA) Technicians are responsible to ensure materials, processes, and final product meet quality specifications, and for supporting and maintaining quality systems and standards. All team members take an active role in the areas of Safety, Quality and Productivity. Strong analytical and critical thinking, communication, and team skills are essential for success in this position.

Requirements

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE.
BS in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Prior experience in a Food Processing facility, in Quality or in a role closely related to Quality is preferred
Ability to use and navigate Microsoft Office
Understanding of basic mathematical calculations, reading numbers and symbols, and record keeping
Patience and the ability to communicate in a diverse work environment
Ability to understand and communicate instructions in English
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
Ability to manage time effectively, plan, and organize work efficiently
Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail, consistently
Ability to follow established SOPs
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed
Ability and willingness to learn and apply company standards including, but not limited to lock-out/tag-out, safety practices, GMPs, SOPs, employee handbook, etc.
Positions require standing, repetitive movement, bending and twisting, and using hands to handle objects; exposure to sustained noise levels; working in very hot temperatures; exposure to hazards such as machinery, slippery floors, ladders and powered industrial vehicles. May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to stand for 95-100% of shift, sometimes up to 12 hours
Able to work in environment containing nuts, peanuts, dairy, grains and other allergens
Must have the ability to perform repetitive tasks quickly and accurately
Must be available for all shifts, nights, weekends, some holidays, occasional overtime, if necessary

Nice To Haves

BS in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Prior experience in a Food Processing facility, in Quality or in a role closely related to Quality is preferred

Responsibilities

Operate in work groups and monitor processes within an assigned area of responsibility
Collect and analyze sample data to ensure product conformance and process control
Monitor customer specifications to ensure proper moisture, weight, color and dimension of products produced
Monitor Preventative Controls and reports non-conformance to management; may assist with corrective actions
Monitor and provide guidance to production employees to ensure sanitation requirements are met during production
Initiate food safety and quality hold procedures, including communication and required record-keeping
Conduct regular plant food safety and security audits, and reports non-conformance
Act as auditor and verifier of daily quality tasks throughout the processing area
Monitor production employees to ensure GMP compliance and reports violations
Participate in sensory panels