Quality Assurance Tech

Job Overview

The primary responsibility of the Quality Assurance Technician is to ensure compliance with Company food safety and quality standards for raw materials, processed products, and processing procedures are maintained under minimal supervision.

Assist in the execution of internal audits and assist in product traceability and mock recall exercises, 3rd party and customer audits

Provide technical assistance to operations regarding process deviation reports and product specifications

Retain product and investigate to determine disposition under the guidance of Management

Perform documentation review, HACCP verification activities (Pre-Shipment Review, Cook System Verifications, Direct Observations) and SSOP monitoring activities (pre-operational and operational) as necessary

Implement and maintain environmental monitoring programs including weekly and monthly microbiological testing is being performed to standard

Communicate deficiencies and opportunities to Quality Assurance and Operations Management

Promotes, adheres, and is responsible for Food Safety and Quality.

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as required.

Performs any other related duties as assigned

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to lead, motivate and mentor large teams of hourly associates is required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical/critical thinking.
• Strong accountability, consistency and follow-through skills.
• Knowledge of GMP's and regulatory expectations
• Working knowledge of plant equipment and safety.