Quality Control Technician Jobs

OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE:We aim to blend authentic old-world culinary techniques with high-standard innovative food trends to produce a great quality food experience. We artfully hand stretch tortillas; skillfully hand craft burritos; carefully cultivate the best flavors; and delicately source only premium, all-natural, wholesome ingredients that result in truly authentic, tasty meals = AUTHENTASTY™

OUR STORYOur humble beginnings date back more than 50 years, when a small family bakery set out to provide warm, welcoming traditions around delicious authentic food. Our products represent a legacy of traditional recipes and craftsmanship, perfected over the generations. True to our name, AUTHENTASTY™ delivers tasty authentic food that is fresh, high-end, minimally processed, organic or all-natural, preservative-free, rBST free and non-GMO for the retail, restaurant, and food service markets.

Our vision is to provide the ingredients for those wholesome family get-togethers, the foods for special moments with friends, and the flavors that leave you with a pleasant sense of nostalgia for more.

RAISING THE BAR:

· Delicious flavors with cross-cultural appeal

· Innovative products that position themselves as superior and that customers instantly recognize and trust

· Creative proprietary manufacturing processes that preserve authentic textures and flavors

· We carefully source the finest ingredients and uphold the highest food quality and safety standards

· Our better-for-you products span the following: handmade, organic or all-natural, kosher, rBST Free, non-GMO, no artificial flavors or preservatives, and no trans-fat

Position Summary:

Working in a variety of settings, quality control technicians are responsible for maintaining quality assurance processes, testing products and recording and analyzing results data during product development and manufacturing. Reporting to Quality Control Supervisor and Quality Director, quality control technicians follow through on set processes and ensure adherence to best production practices and product quality standards, as well as monitoring the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of product output.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Prepares quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends including failed processes, and corrective actions.

· Updates job knowledge by studying trends in and developments in quality management; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations.

· Responsible for monitoring of product food safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.

· Responsible for performing sanitation verification and allergen testing on equipment and other areas required.

· Responsible for maintaining the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP), including swabbing, incubation and recording results.

· Ensures adherence and educates employees on food safety and SQF Standards

· Collect product samples for product development; retain samples and lab samples as needed.

· Performs inspections on product, equipment and machinery.

· Responsible for keeping Food Safety Documents in control and assisting production workers with food safety concerns.

· Conducts and documents pre-operational and changeover inspections.

· Records all test and inspection results accurately on company forms and adequately documents corrective actions.

· Communicates and collaborates regularly with other QA Technicians and superiors, operations to ensure that quality and food safety imperatives are met while ensuring efficient manufacture of finished goods.

· Reviews daily quality monitoring documents for compliance with company policies and addresses issues as necessary.

· Utilizes QA hold program as necessary to ensure that non-conforming products are separated from the supply chain for further evaluation.

· Participates in routine facility GMP and safety audits and manages corrective action reports with cross functional leaders.

· Participates in employee food safety training programs and records to ensure that company policy is adhered to.

· Supports consumer complaint investigations and works with other plant leaders to determine corrective action.

· Participates in 3rd party audits as necessary.

· Conducts equipment calibration, inventory management, and laboratory housekeeping duties.

· Trains front line staff and implements new methods as necessary to ensure product specifications are achieved in manufacturing at all times

· Any additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:

· Excellent computer skills

· Ability to practice a high level of confidentiality

· Excellent leadership skills

· Organizational and planning skills

· Presentation and facilitation skills

· Strong analytical and problem solving skills

· Strong and inclusive communication skills at all levels of the organization

· Follows all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· A GED from High School or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in one of the following: Food Science, Quality, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or 1 years working in related fields.

· Communicate effectively in English and/or Spanish.

· Audit Experience, SQF, Third Party GMP's

· PCQI/ HACCP Certification preferred but not required

· Bilingual (Spanish)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Standing: 35%

Walking: 35%

Sitting: 30%

Driving: None

Lifting: Maximum: 50 lbs. Occasional: 15-20 lbs. Frequently: Up to 15 lbs.

Carrying: Maximum: 50 lbs. Occasional: 15-20 lbs. Frequently: Up to 15 lbs.

Push / Pull: Maximum: 50 lbs. Occasional: 30-40 lbs. Frequently: Up to 30 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY: Activity or conditions exist up to 1/3 of the time.

FREQUENTLY: Activity or conditions exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

CONSTANTLY: Activity or conditions exists 2/3 or more of the time.

AAP/EEO STATMENT

It is the policy of AuthenTasty / La Flor de Mexico to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition or genetic characteristic, physical or mental disability, family care or medical leave status, military status, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baldwin Park, CA 91706: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person