Quality Technician

Responsible to ensure adherence to GMP’s, food safety, safe quality food standards and product quality standards. Also, ensure the facility is kept safe, clean and well organized. Training on Quality and Food Safety initiatives and fundamentals.

Job Responsibilities:

· Work safely in every case and promote safety at every interaction with associates

· Review and train on relevant SOPs for food safety, HACCP, GMPs, etc.

· Train on British Retail Consortium (BRC) code and program requirements (will learn BRC code if not already experienced)

· Initiate food safety and quality hold procedures including communication and record keeping

· Conduct plant food safety and security audits; continually look for food safety hazards

· Measure and monitor environmental and plant conditions, including pre-operational startup

· Collect and analyze sample data to ensure product conformance and process control

· Perform quality tests on product

· Verify lot numbers for raw materials, WIP and finished products are correct

· Complete verification form for packaging materials and codes

· Direct observation for HACCP records for CCP monitoring of the metal detector

· Complete HACCP CCP paperwork on the required frequency

· Monitor bar code scanners and calibrate scales and other sensitive equipment

· Take responsibility for implementation of corrective and preventative actions as assigned

· Enforce plant certification and regulatory requirements (FDA/ODA, Kosher, Organic, Gluten Free)

· Develop content and signage to support Quality & Food Safety initiatives

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to facilitate smooth, efficient and regulatory compliant plant operations

Requirements:

·1-2 years in the food processing industry preferred

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to solve technical problems and make data-based decisions

· High attention to detail

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Self-motivated

· Experience training is helpful

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful

· 24/7 operation and must be able to work multiple shifts

Environment:

· Working in areas processing multiple types of fruit and vegetables

· High noise level along with airborne particles, dust, and vibration

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

· Standing for multiple hours