Quality Assurance Technician - 2nd Shift

Quality Assurance Technician I – 2nd Shift (6 PM to 2:30 AM)

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Base pay range: $21.00/hr – $26.00/hr

Reports to:

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• Perform Inspections including Pre‑Operative and Food Safety – document and communicate results.
• Perform Daily Operating Inspections as needed to assure compliance with GMP’s and USDA requirements.
• Perform Magnet and Metal Detector Record Checks – inform Supervisor of deficiencies.
• Conduct ATP swab tests – Daily and Weekly Line Swabs.
• Calibrate Lab Scale, pH meter, salt analyzer.
• Conduct Organic start‑up tests including assurance that documentation of no unauthorized cleaner was used, line was triple rinsed and pH 7 on line.
• Daily review of previous days HACCP records.
• Change thermometer recorder charts as needed.
• Perform Quality Audits – including Quality systems, production scales and salt analyzers, document and communicate findings.
• Perform In‑bound checks and COA’s to assure they meet requirements.
• Keep stock of Laboratory and Production supplies as directed.
• Liaise with USDA.Distribute weekly Code Date Sheets on a timely basis.
• Report and Follow‑Up on Food Safety and Food Quality concerns.
• Perform Pizza Line Coverage checks.
• Notify Supervisor of all down times.
• Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Food experience.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective.
• Ability to identify, define, and solve problems.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results.
• A sense of accountability for results.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.
• Ability to read and understand formula sheets.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial truck. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds.

The work is classified as Light – Medium Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept. of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

• Entry level

• Contract

• Quality Assurance
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.

This position is based out of our Beaver Dam, WI location.