Quality Technician II

Emmi Roth•Stoughton, WI

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician II tests and inspects products at various stages of the production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. This role uses gauges and other devices to verify conformity to standards of product and suggests or recommends changes regarding special requirements as needed. The Quality Tech II will assist in implementing a total quality management program and/or trains others on total quality management.

Requirements

Associates Degree or combination of High School Diploma and two years of quality lab experience
Lab Tech Certification program completion within first year
HACCP certification within first year
Certified Industrial Supervisor with the Department of Agriculture WATCP within the first year OR Industrial Supervisor with the Department of Agriculture WATCP within the first year, depending on location
Preventative Controls for Qualified Individual Certification, or within first year
Microbiology and food safety training
Knowledge of cheesemaking, Pasteurization Milk Ordinance (PMO), and food safety
Valid Driver’s license and insurance
A personal vehicle is required, depending on location
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
Ability to perform algebraic calculations
Intermediate computer skills including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with automated equipment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
History of good attendance
Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented nature
Ability to work with moderate supervision
Travel required on an almost daily basis within town or to other locations

Responsibilities

Data entry of laboratory results and maintenance of compliance spreadsheets
Daily quality testing and micro testing on plant floor and in quality lab for cheese, milk, whey, and cream
Daily environmental sampling and testing
Plant walks
Oversee milk intake and antibiotic testing
Document control, approval, and filing
Participate in internal, 3rd party, and customer audits
Assist with hold and non-conformance investigations
Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment such as; intake and antibiotic equipment, autoclave, pH meter, and chemistry equipment
Communicate with Quality Manager, Production Manager, and Plant manager on lab results and quality improvements
Order supplies
Attend staff and department meetings
Actively participate on EOE Teams that improve workplace safety, reduce waste and improve factory efficiencies
May be required to work overtime if deemed necessary with occasional weekend work.
Maintain, organize, and clean lab and equipment
Performs all other duties as assigned
Report any and all injuries to your supervisor or manager at the time of injury.
Complete all required training in a timely manner
Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA, FSSC 22000)