Quality Tech 3rd shift

Job Summary

Performs a variety of technical food product tests, process checks, and audits to ensure compliance with company, customer, governmental, process, and product quality, safety, and sanitation standards. The primary focus of the quality systems department is to ensure that only safe, high‑quality product is sent to our customers.

• Collect and prepare samples for microbiological, analytical, or chemical testing on surfaces, raw materials, in‑process, and finished products. (20%)
• Conduct tests and audits on products, processes, and facilities to ensure compliance with product consistency, safety, and quality standards. Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of QA procedures. (30%)
• Conduct and verify monitoring activities to support the quality program and department. (15%)
• Maintain records and test results to facilitate availability of accurate and thorough information.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and compile reports to support departmental, regulatory, and/or customer needs. (10%)
• Daily interact with plant personnel to provide quality and safety‑related information. Keep associates apprised of quality/safety concerns and situations. Work toward establishing solutions to concerns and, when possible, prevent unforeseen situations that could compromise product quality/safety. (15%)
• Work with governmental inspectors to maintain establishment compliance to regulatory guidelines. (5%)
• Train new employees on gsf‑specific techniques and practices. Visually observe meat department associate and ensure compliance. (5%)
• Perform other related or assigned duties and projects as needed.

• Education/Certification
  :
  Bachelor’s degree (completed or in‑progress) in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field of science from an accredited college or university.
• Experience
  : 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience or background; an understanding of food safety and regulations is preferred.
• Knowledge,
  
  Skills and Abilities
  
  :
  • HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (B)
  • Food Chemistry (B)
• Skills and Abilities
  :
  • Work independently.
  • Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution.
  • Take initiative to devise and implement solutions to unforeseen situations.
  • Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing.
  • Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Perform a variety of food safety tests.
  • Work in a laboratory environment.
  • Work effectively with other departments, maintaining high levels of product quality and meeting customer and company expectations.
  • Must have the ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 38 lbs.
  • Act in accordance with GSF’s Creed and Values.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Other
• Job function:
  Quality Assurance
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services