Quality Technician Specialist- Shift

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Location:

Lodi, CA, US, 95240

Segment:
Quality & Regulatory

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in food service, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others.

Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

The full-time position is scheduled for
Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM
.

Performs the activities related to microbiological, analytical, performance and sensory evaluation using established methods and procedures. Understands, trains in and enforces SQF Global Standards for Food Safety including but not limited to formula control, data integrity, HACCP, GMPs, process monitoring, communication, document control, customer specifications, regulatory, quality and reliability standards

• Observe processes and work closely with plant personnel and corporate R&D to develop and maintain detailed and accurate plant floor work instructions for formulas and product specifications.
• Verifies that process controls, weight control, HACCP and finished product specifications are adhered to by regularly auditing procedures and paperwork daily.
• Assist R&D personnel to test and commercialize new products or changes to existing products, collect and send process data and product samples.
• Demonstrate high moral character and ethics. Adheres to company codes of conduct and does not engage in gossip or workplace drama.
• Initiates holds of ingredients or finished products that do not meet Rich’s product safety or quality requirements.
• Keeps informed of latest manufacturing technologies, systems, and quality control practices. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of all products manufactured by the plant as well as the raw materials, packaging materials, and operations required in the manufacturing process including quality specifications and standards.
• Participates in QA/TPM meetings to discuss quality and sanitation issues and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Participate in documentation of SQF element reviews. Assembles, reviews and files daily production paperwork.
• Act as backup to Quality Floor Technician for vacation and weekend coverage on a regular basis.

• Degree in Biology, Food Science, Food Technology or related field; or five plus years’ quality assurance experience in a food processing, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing industry; or a combination in experience and education
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of quality assurance techniques and tools and quality management principles in a food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include GMPs, HACCP, product and associate safety, and product quality.
• Demonstrated ability to train associates as well as plan, monitor and schedule tasks and projects
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and understand basic statistical analysis.
• Proficient and learning capability in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Minitab, and SAP.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required.
• Capable of being certified in HACCP, PCQI, and as an SQF Practitioner.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Hourly Rate

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