QA Technician-Day Shift - Bellwood, IL - Full-time

Position requires the ability to work overtime.  As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Want to make an impact?
The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for ensuring that quality standards and programs are being met. The technician will conduct analytical lab checks and work collaboratively with production to solve QA issues. 

Ways you will make a difference
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Be a guide and leader for quality and food safety standards 
Performs plant GMP audit and corrects findings on the floor 
Determine root cause analysis when there are quality deviations and report on holds 
Performs quality checks for QA programs in the facility 
Ensures compliance with BRC standards through internal auditing 
Perform analytical lab calibrations and verifications 
Conducts analytical testing following laboratory standardized methods 
Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to FFC safety methods 
Conducts Critical Control Point verifications and confirms compliance to HARPC requirements 
Conducts packaging inspections for startup and throughout the shift 
Conducts through changeover inspections utilizing ATP swabs 
Participates in glass, brittle plastic Inspection 
Review of in-process paperwork ensuring compliance to GDP requirements 
Able to take initiative and suggest improvements 
Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety, quality and other relevant requirements 
Other duties as assigned