Quality Assurance Technician 1St Shift 7Am-3:30Pm $19.80/Hr

Responsible for testing and auditing through established methods that product meets the specifications of company and customer defined targets. Function effectively as a cross-functional team member by providing technical expertise, assistance/support on the manufacturing floor, R&D activities and implementation of Quality/Operations driven initiatives. This position includes responsibilities with clearly defined parameters and will operate under the immediate supervision of a Supervisor.

• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned
• Knowledge of the purpose for the food ingredient in the formula.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of GMP’s, SOP’s, food safety rules, regulations and documentation requirements.
• File paperwork, organize (5S) lab supplies, maintain clean lab.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Comply with maintaining records for food safety and quality programs to meet governmental and customer requirements.
• Ability to read and analyze formulas.
• Test/calibrate laboratory and production equipment such as in-line check weighers and metal detectors.
• Must be able to use lab testing equipment (gages, scales, salt analyzer, color analyzer)
• Work directly with production employees in reference to Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality and Food Safety.
• Perform routine checks on product for accuracy and to ensure production of high quality finished product.
• Develops understanding of flour technology, processing parameters, Standard Operating Procedures and other related QA topics.
• Approve Certificate of Analysis results of incoming ingredients ensuring conformance to specification.

• Ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment; effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to use a variety of kitchen equipment and utensils
• Utilize various laboratory equipment.
• Computer proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel and ability to use job related software as well as various office equipment as needed to perform job functions.

• Accurately record necessary information to hold designated product or materials, issue all necessary communications, ensure physical segregation (where appropriate), specify details required for disposition, and ensure completion of hold.
• Document production attributes relevant for batch requirements
• Completes necessary daily duties such as entering daily production data into the computer and completing various reports in SharePoint and SAP.
• Must be familiar with RF handheld applications to execute logistic movements and material inquiries
• Record and complete required inventory return labels accurately
• Enter batch confirmation into SAP to confirm the delivery of materials