QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN

1st Shift:Monday thru Friday 7:00am-5:00pm

2nd Shift:Monday thru Friday 2:00pm-11:00pm

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Assures consistent quality of production by developing and enforcing good automated manufacturing practice (GAMP) systems; validating processes and providing follow-up documentation.

INTERNAL REPORTING RELATIONSHIP(S)

Reports directly to Quality Assurance Supervisor

POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

• Perform process checks throughout the production, packaging, sanitation and warehousing functions of the company
• Provide independent oversight of processes, verifying compliance to company standards and policies, and effectively communicating when there are deviations from standards or processes
• Ability to understand and operate basic product testing equipment
• Knowledge of food safety principles
• Provide feedback on quality problem areas, and recommend course of action.
• Perform instrument tests and calibrations, adjust and modify. Perform daily audit.
• Must be able to show up on time and work overtime and weekend when requested.
• Responsible for following and remaining compliant with the SQF System and all associated policies and records.Works cooperatively with all departments to fulfill the requirements of the SQF system.In the occasion(s) the SQF Practitioner is absent; appropriately trained backup has been assigned to cover their duties to ensure the integrity of the SQF System.
• Responsible for ensuring Food Safety to include safe food storage and handling practices, cleaning for food safety, personal hygiene and pest control.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Capable of reading and understanding production documents and safety manuals
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, and reaching
• Positive attitude and willingness to lead and work as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Puts high value on doing a good job and self-supervisory skills.
• Able to quickly identify and react to problems
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
• Remains in constant communication with Supervisor regarding any issues, concerns with quality.
• Leadership and Conflict Resolution

EDUCATION LEVEL REQUIRED

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum of 1-2 years experience; preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of FDA GMP’s; understanding of HACCP principles

TECHNICAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATION(S) AND LICENSE(S)

PC SkillsBasic

Intermediate

Advanced

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation.As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Minutemen Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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