Quality Assurance Technician-2nd Shift - Itasca, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Itasca, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The QA Technician’s primary responsibilities will include raw material and packaging inspections, monitoring of in-process inspections and finished goods documentation review. Responsibilities will also include maintaining logs and data records associated with job function (e.g. non-conforming materials, corrective action log, hold logs, net content files, etc.). This is a 2nd shift position with core hours of M-F, 3:00PM-11:00PM, with overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Requirements

• Maintains a clean and neat work area
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Must have knowledge of operating basic laboratory equipment
• Promotes teamwork, possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
• Spreadsheet and database Knowledge (excel and access)
• Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety, quality and other relevant requirements
• Ensures compliance with BRC, SQF, and other relevant standards
• Required knowledge of food processing and food safety
• food or pharmaceutical industry experience
• 1 – 3 years minimum in food or pharmaceutical industries in QA/QC
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to speak, write and read English

Responsibilities

• Execute required tests on incoming ingredients and packaging according to Quality Monitor Scheme (QMS)
• Perform verification on finished goods documentation to ensure that each finish good lot meets positive release criteria
• Support training for line operators to ensure process checks are accurate and timely as stated in QMS
• Retain finished good samples and set up sensory panel daily
• Hold “Out of Specification” material
• Communicate with Supervisors
• Utilize ASI to obtain net content information to release finished goods as well as assist operators with the use of ASI Stations
• Calibrate lab equipment including PH meter, moisture analyzers, refractometer, scales, etc. according to Internal Control Plan (ICP)
• Audit GMPs, throughout the plant and follow safety rules and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• Overtime and/or cover shifts as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO)
• Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed