Quality Assurance Specialist I

PetAg, Inc.•Hampshire, IL

29d•$22 - $33

About The Position

At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us! Summary: The Quality Assurance Specialist I will be responsible for providing QA Support for the Manufacturing and Production Departments by performing routine quality checks, maintaining documentation, and assisting in the implementation of QA procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards. They will ensure that products comply with quality standards and specifications. Monitor and verify GMPs and SOP processes. Sample incoming and finished goods and collect data in order to certify or reject specific products.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in food science, biology, chemistry, microbiology or related discipline preferred
2-4 years of related food manufacturing experience, preferably in a QA function
Understanding of testing methods that assess product safety, quality, and shelf life
Position requires ability to work effectively with production, inventory, regulatory and R&D personnels
Basic understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations (FDA, USDA).
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong Attention to detail and good communication skills

Responsibilities

Daily inspections of production areas and perform in-process checks to ensure cGMP compliance.
Maintain Reserve Sample program for finished Products
Perform incoming sampling of carriers, ingredients, and packaging materials.
Monitor and document in-process conditions, materials, and products.
Collect and document samples for microbiological and nutritional testing of ingredients and products.
Prepare and ship ingredients and finished product samples to outside labs.
Document lab results of ingredients and finished product samples.
Audit and check production, processing, and paperwork items utilizing a QA checklist.
Collect, store, and track retain samples.
Collect samples for environmental microbiological monitoring of manufacturing areas.
Perform GMP audits and monitor GMP conditions.
Investigate customers’ complaints.
Monitor and perform lab equipment calibrations.
Perform some analytical testing of ingredients and products.
Process appropriate paperwork for QA functions.
Use, calibrate, and monitor Quality equipment.
All other duties may be assigned as necessary.