quality control checker - food and beverage processing

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

• Noisy.
• Odours.
• Cold/refrigerated.
• Wet/damp.

Work setting:

Food processing plant.

Tasks:

• Advise supervisors of ingredient or product deficiencies.
• Take samples of products at various stages of processing.
• Examine ingredients or finished products to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Conduct routine tests for product specifications.
• Grade and label raw materials or finished products.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation practices conform to policies and regulations.
• Food safety/handling skills.

Computer and technology knowledge:

HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) knowledge.

Manufacturing sector experience:

Food.

Security and safety:

• Bondable.
• Driving record check (abstract).
• Criminal record check.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Flexibility.
• Patience.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• On call.
• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime available.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.