Quality Technician II - Litchfield, MN

Archer Daniels Midland•Litchfield, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician II position provides essential support to the Quality areas, working closely with Production Supervisors/Leads, Inventory Supervisors, Quality Leads & Managers, vendors, and customers. This role involves projecting a positive image and contributing to increased efficiency, accountability, and overall quality. The position reports directly to the Quality Supervisor and requires weekend work to support 24/7 production schedules.

Requirements

Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, keeping work area clean and organized.
Knowledge of and ability to follow and enforce all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance.
Maintain and enforce all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.
Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.
Be aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job.
Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs not your back. Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist.
Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords.
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job you are doing.
Never operate equipment for which you have not been properly trained or certified for.
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nice To Haves

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

Responsibilities

Sampling, testing, and reporting results.
Re-testing, monitoring, and filing all deviations and laboratory results.
Maintaining stocks and supplies for laboratory devices and equipment.
Suggesting, creating, and increasing efficiency for various test methods and laboratory practices.
Maintaining lab equipment in good condition and proper calibration.
Providing support for Manufacturing related to on-line testing or production controls.
Updating, revising, reviewing, and implementing GMPs.
Assisting R&D projects and customers with laboratory capabilities and resources.
Assisting in developing budget items and cost analysis for all lab tests and supplies.
Maintaining adequate reserve samples and sample retain system.
Initiating and collecting cleaning samples as assigned.
Issuance of Batch Records, labels, and other manufacturing documents; including reviews.
Approving raw materials and product contact packaging for use in production.
Reviewing and filing raw material COA’s.
Providing support to warehouse regarding materials handling and approval.
Assisting in training for manufacturing personnel for GMO and documents as appropriate.
Reviewing and auditing Batch Records.
Remedying discrepancies and performing investigations for issues concerning the status of all materials.
Assisting in developing new Batch Records for customers and revising as appropriate.
Monitoring on-line testing equipment as directed by supervisors.
Performing raw materials analysis when required.
Assisting with the status of all materials handled (Kosher, Halal, Allergen, Organic, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, etc.).
Performing and assisting with scheduled audits and internal inspections.
Ensuring SDS documentation is available for raw materials and chemicals used on site.
Enforcing documents, GMPs, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense, Allergen, Food Safety Culture, and company policies.
Reporting suspicious activity or unusual observations to Management.
Following proper SOP’s, cGMPs, HAACP, Food Safety, Food Defense, Allergen, Food Safety Culture, and company policies.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

competitive pay
medical/Rx
dental
vision
on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable)
flexible spending accounts
health savings account
401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan
discounted employee stock purchasing program
life insurance
disability
workers’ compensation
legal assistance
identity theft protection
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares)
Paid time off
paid holidays
Adoption assistance
paid maternity and parental leave
Tuition assistance
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.