Quality Assurance Technician
Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Description:
Please Note:
- Preference will be given to qualified internal applicants.
- This position is located in Flagstaff, AZ. Please do not apply if you are not in the area, able to commute, or willing to relocate.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Control Technician is responsible for daily quality checks in a multitude of areas. Checks include process review, documentation, and product inspection. This position provides support to Production, Warehouse, Sanitation, Purchasing, and Maintenance departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct daily food safety & quality in-process checks, including data entry, and report issues to authorized production personnel/quality management to work to resolve
- Conduct label reviews (CQP) to ensure compliance to customer, regulatory, and internal requirements
- Review Production quality & food safety documentation to ensure documents are complete, accurate, and legible as well as review for any pertinent issues warranting further investigation
- Conduct physical product testing (internal & customer) including, but not limited to, weight checks, bake-out, strength, diameter, length, overwrap, etc.
- Verify Production pre-startup inspection to ultimately release the line/machine as approved for production
- Perform post-cleaning and pre-operational evaluations to ensure sanitary standards are met (i.e., ATP testing, visual inspections, etc.)
- Maintain quality spreadsheets, data entry, and records
- Conduct Production inspections to ensure compliance to regulatory agency, SQF Code, and internal requirements
- Conduct finished product sampling and microbiological laboratory analysis based on customer & internal requirements
- Provide Production line/machine support (including packing)
- Assist with quality issues and food safety issues based on in-process checks, case audits, or requests by production, quality, or management
- Assist with Finished Product Retention program
- Complete analytical testing as defined by supervisor
- Coach all new and current employees on quality and food safety practices and issues
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Involves clerical, analytical, and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and ability to use measuring equipment required
- Able to identify and accurately report defective materials, food safety hazards, and potential product contaminants
- Must have good communication and organizational skills
- Able to read, analyze, and follow directions
- Must be able to speak, listen, and effectively communicate with team members and actively participate in meetings
- Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw a valid conclusion
- Able to adhere to Good Manufacturing Policies (GMP) and abide by all procedures pertaining to allergen control
- Involves regular computer systems/software operation and use of office equipment
- Must have full use of arms and legs, be able to stand on a continuous basis, and be able to climb stairs to access all areas of the plant and offices regularly
- Must possess manual dexterity and perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day
- Must be able to frequently: walk, use hands to grip, pinch, handle, reach, or feel
- Must be able to occasionally: lift up to 30 lbs., push or pull with up to 30 lbs. of force, stoop, kneel, climb or squat
- Adherence to the company attendance policy is required, which includes expectations of punctuality and limited unapproved absences
- Must be highly motivated and able to work well independently and in a team environment
- Must have a demonstrated record of professionalism, cooperation, and excellent communication
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Computer proficiency required with strong background in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, Food Security and other food safety programs required
- Experience in Quality Assurance preferred
- Candidate needs strong knowledge of the packer handbook, facility manufacturing operations, packing procedures, and product quality expectations
- Must have demonstrated good work habits and attendance
- Knowledge/experience with SPC systems beneficial, but not required
Internal Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to your local facility HR manager.
External Applicants select “get application” below for a printable application form or complete the fields at the bottom of the page to submit your application online.
Location: Flagstaff, AZ
