QA Tech I
About The Position
Employee will be responsible for verifying/auditing completed products/documentation from each department. Pre-op/ Changeover inspection including swabbing before or after sanitation. Complete and submit micro and swab forms to the lab. Conduct, assemble and report data for product testing requirements. Perform HACCP/Quality checks as required and document results. Ensure plant personnel are following GMP/HACCP/ Food Safety Programs/Allergen and other pre-requisite programs in accordance to internal, regulatory and BRC requirements. Collect product samples for further analysis or submittal to the lab. Calibrate lab equipment (thermometers, pH meter, salt titrator, brix, hygiena machine, etc.). Complete necessary documentation for QA functions. Enter data accurately into computer database. Place any non-conforming product under QA hold as needed or directed. Work closely with production and maintenance employees as needed to ensure Food Safety and Quality is maintained. Perform weekly and monthly facility inspections. Collect water monthly samples. Communicate information and escalate concerns adequately to QA Coordinator and Manager. Adhere to plant GMPs and safety guidelines.
Requirements
- Be able to stand, bend and lift for extended periods of time
- Must be able to work in a cool to cold environment (-10°F to 40°F) during an 8–10-hour shift
- Must be able to periodically lift up to 50lbs. from ground level to height of 4’
- Intermediate math, literacy and computer skills required (English)
- Allergen & HACCP training required
- (Chemical training required if handling sanitation chemicals)
Responsibilities
- verifying/auditing completed products/documentation from each department
- Pre-op/ Changeover inspection including swabbing before or after sanitation
- Complete and submit micro and swab forms to the lab
- Conduct, assemble and report data for product testing requirements
- Perform HACCP/Quality checks as required and document results
- Ensure plant personnel are following GMP/HACCP/ Food Safety Programs/Allergen and other pre-requisite programs in accordance to internal, regulatory and BRC requirements
- Collect product samples for further analysis or submittal to the lab
- Calibrate lab equipment (thermometers, pH meter, salt titrator, brix, hygiena machine, etc.)
- Complete necessary documentation for QA functions
- Enter data accurately into computer database
- Place any non-conforming product under QA hold as needed or directed
- Work closely with production and maintenance employees as needed to ensure Food Safety and Quality is maintained
- Perform weekly and monthly facility inspections
- Collect water monthly samples
- Communicate information and escalate concerns adequately to QA Coordinator and Manager
- Adhere to plant GMPs and safety guidelines
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
