Retort Operator - QC Tech 2nd shift

IPM Foods•Janesville, WI

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician conducts product testing on the production line and throughout the facility to ensure products meet established quality, safety, and specification standards. The role combines in-process line checks, equipment calibrations, and facility-wide quality monitoring to support ongoing compliance. The technician verifies production specifications, sets up testing and inspection equipment, conducts scheduled product and equipment tests, and accurately enters and verifies production records. The role also includes cleaning the testing and work area after production.

Requirements

Ability to follow written specifications, measurement procedures, and standard operating procedures accurately.
Strong attention to detail and accurate data collection and documentation skills.
Basic computer skills for data entry and record management.
Ability to use testing equipment, including scales, thermometers, X-ray machines, and conductivity meters.
Ability to stand and move on the production floor for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds as needed for sample collection and testing.
Ability to work in varying temperature conditions in a food manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in food manufacturing quality control or laboratory testing.
Knowledge of GMP and food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Obtain the specification sheet from the supervisor and verify the lot number, use-by date, batch code and number, and weights before production begins.
Set up the printer, weight checker machine, and X-ray machine at the start of each production run.
Perform hourly X-ray and weight-check tests during production.
Prepare and enter production run information into the computer system accurately and promptly.
Collect the first two packages off the line at the beginning of each run for preoperational testing.
Every 15 minutes, test product weight, temperature, salt content, volume, drain weight, and noodle weight when required, using two packages per test interval.
Perform conductivity testing every 15 minutes by collecting packages, checking drain weight, and verifying noodle weight when required.
Check seal integrity with pliers and measure the seal-area width on each test-interval sample.
After each run, print and verify production data from the computer, save the information, and validate the X-ray and weight-checker equipment.
Thoroughly clean the testing and work area after production.
Follow GMP, allergen control, food safety, and workplace safety requirements.