Qa Specialist I​/Sqf Practitioner

Position: QA SPECIALIST I / SQF PRACTITIONER
SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Specialist I / SQF Practitioner as an alternate supports duties associated with the facility's primary SQF Practitioner. The incumbent may assist in maintaining processes supporting the facility's SQF Food Safety Management system control program and assures all departments are following SQF practices as well as operating procedures through process audits and testing. Must be the site leader in living and driving the Company Core Values and High-Performance Work Culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs inspections and tests of cans, can components, packaging products, etc. per documented procedures. Proven ability to use the following types of inspection hand tools such as:
Calipers, micrometers, linear scales Gage pins, thread gages, custom gages Optical comparators, profiles, microscopes Electronic measuring equipment (e.g., digital displays, output) Weights, balances and scales Hardness testing equipment (e.g., Brinell, Rockwell, etc.) Surface plate methods and equipment Gage maintenance, handling, and storage Maintains Calibration system and calibration records for multiple ICC Facilities. Calibrates hand tools, gages, and equipment for production use.

Maintains outside calibration processes. Prepares & maintains QA records, including PC based records. Works on other shifts as needed/required as normally assigned to provide QA support for scheduled absence within the department or otherwise needed. Assumes a lead role in in training of personnel regarding quality procedures, GMP and measurement techniques. Prepares Certificates of Conformance or Analysis for ICC manufactured products and maintains records.

Assumes a lead role in notifying responsible supervisors and plant management of noncompliance to established operating procedures. Analyzes procedural methods and documentation to identify deficiencies and revises or creates new when the need is identified. Reviews and evaluates responses, corrective actions & effectiveness of Internal & External Process Improvement Events and participates on process improvement teams. Plans, coordinates & serves as a Lead Auditor on process, GMP, and other quality audits.

Prepares charts of results and provides analysis to identify improvement initiatives. Prepares sampling plans for dimensional studies/analysis of manufactured items and ensures the results are documented per the plan. Provides analysis of and conclusions drawn from the results. Researches and recommends upgrades in QA equipment and methods. Supports goals and objectives for the QA department and company quality & safety policies.

Maintains the QA lab with a high level of quality, organization & neatness. Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the maintenance of the SQF Food Safety System, including Good Manufacturing Practices and the packaging food safety plan. Takes appropriate actions to ensure the integrity of the SQF Food Safety System. Communicates to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF Food Safety System.

Understands and applies principles in maintaining HACCP based risk management plans. Has an understanding of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacture of Food Packaging and the requirements to implement and maintain SQF System relevant to food sector category 27. Provides training and guidance in the SQF Food Safety System to other facility employees All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role will have no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications with emphasis on the use of Outlook, Word and Excel beyond basic usage.

* Must be able to complete certificated training in HAACP control or Food Safety Management Systems.

* Must possess effective technical writing skills.

* Must be able to work well and communicate effectively with others.

* Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

* Must have excellent attendance and dependability record and traits and comply with the additional attendance policy for a "Designated Position".

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum associate's degree from two-year college or university desirable or an equivalent 10+ years' experience in the Quality Assurance disciplines. Must have completed or be able to complete HACCP training course or have prior experience in maintaining Food Safety Management programs.

LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small group situations to and for other employees of the organization. Able to work well and…