Quality Technician I - 2nd Shift

MSI Express•Geneva, IL

11d•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Quality Technician I ensures product quality through daily line audits and helps meet or exceed standards established by MSI Express, customers, and federal and state requirements. The role checks process and finished-product specifications, approves batches to run, and monitors that required quality checks are completed. The technician performs laboratory and physical tests, pre-operational and Preventive Control checks, and audits of raw materials and products on hold. The position is responsible for food safety and quality within its area of influence, including promptly reporting issues to personnel authorized to take action. The technician also coaches production associates on line data collection, follows company policies and safety practices, and performs other duties as directed by management.

Requirements

Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently or for the duration of the shift.
Appropriate eye, hand, and foot coordination to use equipment and tools properly.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Pass all company testing.
Ability to follow written directions.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read and write effectively.
Ability to process quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Approve or correct batches using basic laboratory techniques, math, formulas, and testing equipment.
Perform laboratory checks according to quality SOPs and monitor specified items.
Perform pre-operational and Preventive Control (PC) checks.
Complete required actions under SOPs and notify appropriate personnel when noncompliance is identified.
Perform analytical tests according to procedures, including VC, salt, Brix, pH, DS meter, TA, vitamin C, batch-to-control comparisons, and sensory audits.
Perform physical tests on raw materials and finished products to confirm they meet customer procedures.
Conduct special audits as needed for raw materials or products on hold.
Report food safety and quality problems promptly to personnel authorized to initiate action.
Follow company policies, including general manufacturing and safety practices.
Coach production associates on line data collection.
Perform other duties as instructed by management.