Quality Technician - ($22.92 - $23.42, FT) experience in a quality role, ideally in high speed manufacturing operation

The QA technician is accountable for achieving product quality for each shift in order to maintain compliance with the daily operating plan, key performance indicators (KPI’s) and all applicable policies, procedures and regulations.

Under general supervision, performs retrieval testing and inspection of product at various stages of the production process. Compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Collaborates with others to identify the root cause of consumer complaints and out of line Standard Operating Conditions, aiding in the implementation of the corrective action.

Process & Equipment (Monitors shift/daily product quality requirements):

Gathers product samples to perform routine and periodic qualitative and periodic quantitative analyses to ensure product is within specification
Inputs data into various operating systems including, but not limited to SAP, Excel and Access
Trends collected data and utilizes information to coach operators to operate within control limits
Calibrates equipment as required to ensure accuracy and maintains lab equipment and general housekeeping of lab
Demonstrate proficiency in operation of equipment including, but not limited to, cookers, dryers and packaging equipment

Product & Quality (Delivers quality results, on spec and on time):

Assures availability of required materials and supplies
Monitors equipment settings and makes required adjustments to product specifications
Initiates product holds process when Quality and Food Safety requirements have not been met and recommends product’s disposition
Continually monitors all KPI's
Perform routine quality checks and adjusts to meet set specifications
Prepares required reports for communications to Quality, operating management and customers
Lead and/or participate in routine plant inspections, document findings and communicates to management
Develops customer specific COA’s utilizing SAP
Performs root cause analysis on out of line SOCs that impact Quality and implement corrective action
Performs pre and post operational inspections ensuring cleanliness and preparedness for start-up activities
Performs on the line refresher training of previously administered classroom training as needed

Compliance (Complies with all internal and external policies, procedures and regulations):

Keeps work areas organized and sanitary according to set standards
Follows standard operating processes and procedures
Adheres to GMP’s, HACCP, OSHA and company policies and procedures
Responsible for own personal safety and safety of others in working area

Experience & Education

This role requires one of the following:
- 2 years' experience in a quality role with a high school degree or equivalent
- 1 years' experience in a quality role with an Associates degree
- 6 months' experience in a quality role with a Bachelor or higher degree
Able to follow oral and written instructions