Quality Assurance; QA Tech

Quality Assurance (QA) Tech

Performance Pet Products - Mitchell, SD 57301

Salary Range $22.25 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift 1st (Day Shift) Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Quality Assurance

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at  to learn more!

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, works with brands both large and small to create an assortment of canned dog and cat foods. Learn more about what we do at

We are currently accepting applications for Quality Assurance Technician! We offer a starting base wage of $22.25/Hr., regular increases, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-4:30pm

Friday hours may not be necessary depending on production schedules

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Food Safety and Quality Compliance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Complete weekly rotations to cover various aspects of quality assurance

Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including environmental and food safety

Perform routine pre-operational inspections of facility equipment to ensure sanitation/quality compliance

Communicate effectively with personnel and advise them on food safety and quality standards if a concern is noticed; escalate concerns to leadership if production needs to be stalled

Monitor temperatures and cook times of canned products; sign off if process was completed correctly

Perform basic visual and equipment-aided laboratory tests to ensure our products meet customer specifications and are sealed properly, free of contamination, and are uniform

Review finished product for label accuracy, correct can weights and fill levels, and also to ensure cases are wrapped properly for storage/shipment

Ensure facility is always "audit ready" by staying organized and completing daily paperwork accurately

Assist in continuous improvement initiatives such as updating SOPs, when needed

Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

Experience in a food manufacturing environment, preferred; canning experience, a plus

Strong attention to detail and desire for facility cleanliness and high-quality products

Proficient with technology and the Microsoft Office Suite such as Outlook, Word, and Excel

Perform responsibilities with limited supervision and be able to make critical decisions based on observations

Working knowledge of general manufacturing and laboratory practices, HACCP, ISO, regulatory guidelines, and the company's SOPs

Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with a cross-functional team

Accurately record data on paper and in multiple software programs

Ability to pass and maintain Hazardous Chemical Certification

Basic mathematical skills

Work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, rabbit, lamb, kangaroo, and egg

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

Stand up to 100% of the workday

Frequently lift up to 60 pounds while in Can Pack; occasionally lift up to 60 pounds when in other areas of rotation

Frequently push/pull up to 25 pounds

Frequently climb steps and/or ladders up to 10 feet and perform duties on an elevated surface

Frequently walk and bend at the knees and/or waist

Ability to tolerate varying environmental conditions such as extreme hot or cold, wet/slippery conditions, high noise levels, and strong odors