Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift

Newly Weds • Chicago, IL

76d • $42,962 - $53,702

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring NWF's standards of quality and safety on all finished products.

Requirements

• H.S. or GED with 1-2 years related work experience.
• Ability to use quality control analysis equipment.
• Fluency in spoken & written English.
• Mathematical Skills.
• Computer Skills & Data Processing skills Required.
• Ability to climb ladders to work platforms.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates finished products for quality and acceptability. Performs all necessary analysis as required, and according to the product specification.
• Communicates product quality issues to Production Supervisors, Production Managers, QC Manager & Supervisor and shipping and customer service staff.
• Logs all analysis test results and batch information in the I-Series (AS400) & maintains analysis records and documents necessary for documentation compliance.
• Monitors line equipment for functionality, safety, and cleanliness.
• Checks metal detectors (CCP), magnets, scales and performs critical control point & GMP audits.
• Assists in all foreign material & product non-conformance investigations.
• Performs batch set-up checks, assists in correcting the set ups, and logs discrepancies.
• Places product on hold as necessary and releases when appropriate.
• Rejects product as necessary and completes rejection forms including root cause and corrective action analysis.
• Checks allergen clean out effectiveness as needed.
• Performs Pre - Op audit when necessary (example: equipment down for maintenance).
• Performs production scale checks and lab equipment calibration based on calibration schedule.
• Collects micro samples as needed and places micro hold products on hold.
• Performs special tasks as assigned by QC manager.
• Maintains retain sample area and control sample file.
• Follows all GMP's and Safety Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
• Vacation Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees