Quality Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  Performs tasks of medium complexity, this position requires the individual to be trained and qualified to perform the job under the Food Safety Modernization Act.  Performs assigned technical tasks/duties associated with department processes and procedures.  Process Control Quality Verification Checks during Scaling, Make-Up and Packaging Operation.  Conduct GMP and Food Safety Self-Inspection.  Compare test results and disseminate information as required.  Follow recordkeeping procedures, entering records timely/promptly in the computer for all reports: Hold, FM, Finished Product Evaluation, out-of-specification report, Environmental.  Compare test results with current specifications and advice supervisory and production personnel of problems and/or out-of-code situations. Make recommendations as to cause and resolution of problem.  Evaluate results and independently ensure accuracy before alerting supervisory and production personnel.  Follow proper inventory maintenance of necessary chemicals and equipment, make out orders for timely replacement or repair.  Work with production on solution to problems, including audit of quality performance by operators.  Maintain high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping in the QA work area.  Perform special tests and projects related to the operation as required.  Assists others in the organization on matters of a technical nature as required  Provides technical and decision-making support and data in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety as necessary  Responsible for reporting any food safety, quality and legality issues to supervision.  Performs other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications:  High school diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.  Minimum 3 years related work experience.  Basic computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office Suite – Excel, Word, Outlook  Use of Scales, pH meter, moisture analyzer, thermometer calibrator,  Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.  Ability to interpret graphs and read measurements.  Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Basic microbial knowledge helpful. Physical Environment:  Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.  Standing: Ability to stand for extended periods during the work shift.  Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle and operate controls, tools, and machinery.  Mobility: Ability to move freely throughout the plant and work in a fast-paced environment. Working Environment  Environment: Industrial bakery setting with exposure to hot and cold temperatures, loud machinery, and the smell of baked goods.  Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, hairnets, and safety glasses must be worn as required. Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Quality Technician: 2 years (Required) Control Quality Packaging Operation.: 1 year (Required) GMP and Food Safety Self-Inspection: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person