QS Tech - GFAL

Title:

Quality Systems Technician – 3rd Shift

Onsite in Alsip, IL

Third Shift Sunday – Thursday 10:00pm – 6:30am

$43,000–$57,000/year

Provides laboratory and technical assistance to Manufacturing and Quality Systems.

Conducts laboratory tests of materials and inspection of packaged products to determine approval and reports results.

• Performs sensory, physical, and chemical tests on finished products to assure they meet established specifications.
• Evaluates Bill of Material (BOM) for completeness and proper documentation.
• Records test data and maintains laboratory work list in LIMS system to assure timely release of finished products.
• Reports nonconformance with immediate corrective actions in LIMS system.
• Performs required inspection for manufacturing equipment, storage equipment, and sanitation cleaning.
• Participates in check sample program with outside institution(s) and in internal proficiency program to verify accuracy.
• Follows proper GMPs and GLPs.
• Uses proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary.
• Assists with Raw Material testing, COA review, and COA filing as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Chemistry or Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience (minimum of 6 months) in a Laboratory or food company or Associates degree with 2 years’ experience in a food processing company with exposure to quality assurance/control/testing.
• Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to communicate with individuals and small groups.
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English Language.