Quality Technician, Day Shift

Vital Farms - Current Crew Members•Springfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is intended for current Vital Farms employees. If you are not an employee, please visit our careers page to view available opportunities and follow the appropriate application process. Quality Technician – Day Shift! 2-2-3 schedule: 2-week cycle Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off Shifts: 12-hour shifts Day Crew - 6am to 6pm Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician requires a general knowledge and understanding of laboratory testing procedures and functions, sanitation policies and procedures. Must follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP'S) and work in manner consistent with all Corporate, regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements, along with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1 year of quality experience in production/manufacturing.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Handwriting must be neat and legible.
You're able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
Must have ability to understand and operate lab equipment and generate complete/accurate records.
Must be able to work without direct supervision.
Must have/develop a working knowledge of computers.
Must also adhere to all Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.
Must perform testing in a timely manner to prevent production line downtime/processing delays.

Nice To Haves

This position would also perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Perform physical testing on raw eggs, finished product. Utilizing test results for products for packaging in accordance with customer or company specifications
Train new technicians, calibration/maintenance of lab equipment, inventory/ordering of lab supplies and replacement parts, general housekeeping
Follow safety policies as required by Vital Farms and maintain GMP's
Manages hand washing station (soap dispensing and inventory) and footbaths
Manages chemical inventory, dispenses, tracks utilization, and replaces chemical as needed
Verifies and maintains pH levels on wash tanks.
Manage & Run CIP circuits.
Titrates chemicals on egg and flat washer.
Maintains egg waste, spills, and clean ups while adhering to plant cleanliness policies.
Records and documents corrective actions
Perform audits of inbound, outbound, raw materials, and other processes as assigned.