Quality Assurance Technician

POSITION: QUALITY ASSURANCE LAB TECHNICIAN / PRE-OP INSPECTOR SHIFTS: 2nd shift -4:30- 3:00 am REPORTS TO: SUPERVISOR - QUALITY ASSURANCE BENEFITS & PERKS -- QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Top Work Place Winner Weekly Pay Free Meal Buffet, Discount on JTM Products Free Uniforms, Shoe Allowance Free Gym Membership, Free Health Screenings Full Medical Benefits 401K/ Profit Sharing Generous PTO Bonus Potential (Referral Bonus & Years of Service Bonus) SCOPE - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Provides administrative and clerical support to the QA Department. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Performs daily thermometer and scale calibration verification. Record keeping and logging. Performs pre-operational inspections on complex machinery. Performs ATP swabbing and maintains the program. Performs allergen swabbing and maintains the program. Assists in Environmental swabbing. Performs any other task assigned to the QA dept lab techs. Maintain and organize results from fat and moisture testing, proof spreadsheet, and email to the required group. Maintains Foreign Materials log and spreadsheet. Review and log APTEAN quality records daily for failed tests or other trends. Reviewing Records with external auditors within areas of responsibility. Carrying out other support functions and activities as required. Maintains Foreign Materials log and spreadsheet Carrying out other support functions and activities as required. SUCCESS CRITERIA - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Safety/GMP/Food Safety/Quality policies followed BRC Compliance Reporting accuracy Customer requirements met Attendance requirements met EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food industry Experience in Quality Assurance Ability to read and interpret Laboratory instructions and procedure manuals. Knowledge of GMP's, USDA, and OSHA regulations and BRC requirements. Must be trained in chemical usage and hazard communication. Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends Must be able to work in 36--40-degree temperature facility. Strong sense of urgency Skill in using a personal computer and various software applications. Skill in being a self-starter. Ability to work in a team environment. This position is onsite. PHYSICAL/ENVIROMENTAL FACTORS: - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Repetitive hand motions, reaching, and lifting to 50 lbs. Stand and walk on most of the shift. Frequently stoop, kneel, crawl, twist, bend, and lift various weights as needed. Frequently climb ladders, steep inclines, and enter confined spaces. Exposure to cold, humid environments with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees. Exposure to noise levels greater than 85 decibels Exposure to strong odors, including ammonia. Exposure to slippery and wet conditions All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or stat

Created: 2024-10-19