Quality Assurance Technician - Nights

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* Work Location:

Grand Forks, ND
**** Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:
Starting rate is $22.80 plus $0.25 second shift differential*
* ** Benefits:
** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.  9 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick and Vacation.#
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* Duties and Responsibilities:

** This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Conduct and oversee tasks like sensory testing, label verification, and analytical testing to ensure product attributes are correct.

- Help with customer sample requests and microbiological testing for shipping requirements.

- Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.

- Manage specialized quality programs and documentation, using technical skills in systems like SAP and other quality management software.

- Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.#
** Knowledge, Training and

Experience:

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* Education & Experience:

** Minimum 1 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production.
** Technical & Mechanical

Skills:

** Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.

- Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.

Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.

- Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed.
** Personal Attributes & Work Ethic:**- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

- Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Tasks may involve frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

- Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.

- Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.

Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.
As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.
By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.
To all recruitment agencies:
Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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