Pouching QA Technician

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This position is responsible for the quality assurance (QA) processes performed in the pouching and packaging production area. The Pouching Quality Technician I will verify different aspects of the pouching and packaging process. Verified steps include but are not limited to area, ingredient, inspection, cell, in-process testing/checks, and finished product release. Trains Production and Quality Assurance personnel on GMPs and quality procedures.

• Responsible to ensure and understand food safety and food quality. With this knowledge has the ability to stop production and seek guidance from senior quality management.
• Release of pouching and packaging area by verifying starting components, equipment cleanliness, and room cleanliness by utilizing Cleaning Event Guarantee Inspection Checklists.
• Review Pouching and Packaging Production Records (P3R) for accuracy prior to starting and after completion of pouching and packaging batch.
• Perform in-process checks/tests of pouches, cartons, and shipping boxes made on the pouching line.
• Final inspection of finished product, which includes (but is not limited to): P3R review for completeness, label check, weight check, and visual inspection of final product.
• Sample and approve packaging and pouching roll stock, cartons, and shippers prior to use.
• Screen x‑ray reject sachet material in order to find physical contaminants; record results on appropriate X‑Ray Reject Log Sheets. Able to setup and adjust x‑ray equipment sensitivity.
• Scan and file packets containing Batch Production Records (BPRs), P3
  
  Rs, and CEGI Checklists.
• Perform ATP, Allergen testing, and swabbing for Sanitation Effectiveness (SE) after cleaning of pouching equipment, Cells, and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs).
• Review Cleaning Event Guarantee Inspection (CEGI) checklists for accuracy prior to sending to PCQI.
• Perform guarantee inspections and documentation of cell area and manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with achieving the Quality Department goal of 98.5% first time quality.
• Perform Verification and Validation of Food Safety and Quality Programs and Plans.
• Identification and control of non‑conforming materials; including placing raw materials and finished goods on hold and placing in S‑Block in SAP.
• Actively participate in Root Cause Analysis and Risk Assessments.
• Record and send out samples to testing labs.
• Perform inspection of material in delivery trucks as needed.
• Assist in quality control or technical service functions as needed; including scanning requested documents.
• Report pest concerns to QA management in a timely manner.
• Assist QA management to identify, document, and control non‑conforming materials (MDR) by placing non‑conforming materials on hold, complete S Block Stock transactions in SAP, and notifying QA management.
• Participate in visual, smell, and taste sensory panels.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Remain up-to-date on all required training per the QA Training Matrix for QA Tech I employees.
• Serve as backup to Production Quality Assurance Technicians when needed, including:
• Review of Batch Production Record (BPR) for completeness prior to manufacturing.
• Inspection of nutrient blends during processing.
• Perform daily retain sample inventory and data management.
• Final inspection of product, which includes BPR review for completeness, label check, weight check, critical control point checks, and visual inspection of final product.
• Assist Environmental Monitoring Technician with environmental swabbing, water samples, sanitation effectiveness samples and submit to external labs.
• Perform GMP inspections and follow up on generated actions for the warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Actively participates in Root Cause Analysis and Risk Assessments. :
• Assist with document control, in the review of quality documents such as BPR's, Cleaning Event Guarantee Inspection Checklists, and quality surveys.
• Participates in continuous improvement of standard…