3rd Shift Quality Assurance Technician

I AM Acquisition [159004]•Elgin, IL

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for establishing and/or enhancing product and raw material specifications by conducting equipment & process capability studies such that the facility is in full compliance with corporate, customer, regulatory & federal requirements. This individual will have the unique opportunity to leverage their skills, technical expertise, and business acumen while working with a company that lives their culture every day - Miss Nothing, Question Everything and Innovate Daily. If you have a passion for developing and scoping value-driven services that lead to successful customer projects - then we are looking for you!

Requirements

High School Diploma
The ability to read and interpret basic and complex statistical analysis.
The ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally to all levels of the organization.
Two (2) years or related experience working in a food manufacturing facility.
HACCP certification attainment within the first year of employment.
Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as but not limited to Brookfield Viscometer, Orion pH meter, Aqualab Water Activity Meter, etc.
Thorough practical and applied knowledge of HACCP, Pest Control Management, Food Allergens, Crisis Management (Food Security), Glass, Brittle Plastic & Ceramic Control, PCQI and other essential food safety programs.
The Quality Assurance Specialist will be required to work independently with little supervision.

Nice To Haves

College from a four-year college or university preferred.
Food Science preferred but not mandatory.
Above average familiarity with Microsoft applications, SPC software (chart runner), & internet explorer not required but preferred.
Flexibility & willingness to work off shift and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

Generating & distributing finished goods certificate of analysis to customers.
Receiving, reviewing and filing raw material & food contact packaging certificate of analysis and/or certificate of conformance in accordance with vendor specifications.
Verifying critical control points sheets (metal detection) if feasible.
Investigating and responding to customer complaints in a timely and professional manner.
Participating in in-house, customers, third party & regulatory agencies audits.
Leading off quality investigation using TPM tools such as why-why analysis, pareto charts, process capability, etc.
Developing & leading food safety training sessions.
Developing and/or updating standard operating procedures, one-point lessons, and work instructions, as necessary.
Arranging and shipping samples to outside third-party labs for micro, chemical, & physical analysis.
Performing finished product testing and releasing goods accordingly.
Generating & distributing quality reports: rework schedules, hold notices, etc.
Performing laboratory equipment calibration (if feasible).
Actively participating in all plant safety initiatives.
Actively participating in the facility TPM program which includes but is not limited to the Autonomous Maintenance & Quality Pillars.
Other duties as assigned.