Quality Assurance Technician (Temp)

Bolthouse Farms•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will report to the QA Supervisor and is a Full-Time Temporary role located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, working the 3rd Shift from 11:00 pm to 7:30 am. The role contributes to Evolution Fresh's success by ensuring product quality information is provided to all necessary parties, samples are maintained, and raw materials have complete traceability to the finished product. The company, Generous Brands, is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through vibrant nutrition via its brands: Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. They also partner with SAMBAZON. Generous Brands operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California and the Greater Chicago Area.

Requirements

High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
Operation of manual and automated analytical equipment (1 year)
Regulated food manufacturing environment with familiarity of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards (1 year)
Scientific method and report writing (1 year)
Gathering, recording, and reporting on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems (1 year)
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
Mechanical/Technical Aptitude to troubleshoot minor equipment failures and make minor adjustments
Ability to perform basic math functions
Basic skills in Microsoft Windows and internet applications
Ability to work with a diverse team environment
Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures
Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs

Nice To Haves

4 year degree
Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF)

Responsibilities

Evaluates and documents quality of finished goods and raw materials
Reports quality conditions as needed
Evaluates condition of the manufacturing facility and warehouse space to ensure compliance to regulatory and HACCP requirements
Audits programs in support of quality objectives
Maintains a clean and organized working environment
Follows safety regulations
Participates in process improvement activities
Meets performance schedules
Maintains product quality through adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety Preventive Controls, product specifications and quality procedures
Participates in the maintenance and development of plant quality programs in support of HACCP
Provides training and education of quality-based programs to manufacturing partners
Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
Understand and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
Supports food safety, legality, and quality programs
Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures
Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools
Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values
Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality