Large, well established, growing bread/bakery is looking for an experienced QA Tech. Produces Artisan breads, Italian, French, rye, wheat breads, subs, hoagies, kaisers, hamburger buns, dinner rolls and Ciabatta breads. Offering nice salary and benefits.
Job Summary:
This position will implement programs within a given functional area of the Food Safety, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Operations under the supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager. This position is responsible for supporting the responsible Quality Assurance Manager in the implementation of relevant QA processes and procedures, the daily execution of activities related to such processes and procedures. The position will, as necessary, participate on cross functional teams to assure effective implementation of QA initiatives and processes. The position owns the execution of technical objectives related to assigned responsibilities. This position is responsible in verifying that operational process control settings are followed, conducts evaluation of in-process samples, finished products, raw materials ingredients and packaging to assure compliance to agreed-upon specification, and procedures. The QA Tech maintains the appropriate records, ensures that non-conforming product or equipment is held and tagged, and informs supervisory and production personnel.
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.