Quality Control Operator

JIF-PAK MANUFACTURING LLC•Gurnee, IL

12d•$0 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

KALLE USA LLC is a manufacturer of food packaging in the North Suburbs that has an immediate need for a Machine Operator. This position will perform as a member of the Operations Team. Maintain a high level of safety and quality awareness. Support safety programs related to personnel safety and food safety. JOB PURPOSE: Safely performs quality and food safety checks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two (2) plus years of previous quality assurance in manufacturing experience preferred.
Two (2) years of quality assurance in the Food or Food Packaging preferred.
Working knowledge of quality principles and practices; knowledge of general OSHA, GMP, and Food Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Report unsafe conditions to lead or supervisor
Report injury, and/ or illness immediately to lead or supervisor.
Inspect, identify and report safety hazards (e.g., exposed electrical cables, air hoses, or liquid spills)
Inspect and maintain a hazard-free work area: clear aisles, and spills.
Use and maintain proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection.
Ensure equipment and controls are functioning properly.
Do not bypass safety features or safety guards.
Immediately report any equipment malfunctions.
Conducts quality checks according to sample plan.
Assists in investigations of non-conformances.
Observes machine compliance with standards and specifications.
Provides assistance to production as needed.
Conducts walks-arounds on the floor looking for quality, safety and food safety issues.
Conducts receiving inspections and releases Chemhold.
Places material on hold and stops machines when quality issues occur.
Calibrates QA equipment.
Conducts spot training as needed.
Conducts line audits.
Assists in RMA testing.
Performs QHP inventory.
Assists in conducting required audits.
Assists in ministering special orders.
Conducts daily temperature audits of cooler/freezer in Section 3 & Curing Room Humidity audit.
Conducts other duties as assigned.
Record results of quality checks and inspections.
Document non-conformances and corrective actions.
Maintain calibration logs for QA equipment.
Enter and update hold/release records in system.
Complete audit checklists and line audit reports.
File and archive quality documentation per company procedures.
Update QHP inventory records.
Input data from receiving inspections and Chemhold releases.
Identify and report defects in raw materials, WIP, or finished goods.
Perform water checks and hornfit tests on finished goods to verify compliance.
Verify packaging and labeling
Place product on hold when inspections or test results do not meet requirements.
Report all non-conformities and issues directly to the Quality Supervisor.
Re-check suspect product after corrective action is confirmed by Production or Maintenance.
Document troubleshooting results in quality data base.
Identify and report defects in materials.
Follow personal hygiene rules: wash/sanitize hands before starting, after breaks, and when contamination may occur.
Comply with PPE requirements: hairnets, beard nets, gloves, and protective gear.
Change gloves when changing tasks, after contamination, or when gloves are damaged.
Remove jewelry, watches, and loose items before production entry.
Clean and sanitize equipment/tools before use.
Verify ingredients, formulas, and packaging materials match the Work Order and are within expiration.
Follow proper storage and handling procedures for raw and finished products (covered, correct temperature).
Maintain sanitation during testing: wipe spills, keep floors/surfaces clean, dispose of waste properly.
No eating, drinking, or gum in production areas.
Inspect product quality: check for contamination risks, foreign objects, off-color/odor, or defects.
Monitor machine operation to maintain quality (weights, length, tension, formula application).
Follow all SOPs for cleaning, mixing, processing, and packaging.
Participate in required training: Food Safety, GMP, HACCP.