FSQA Technician - 2nd Shift

Essential Functions

• Conduct verification and maintenance of food safety and quality systems, hazard analysis, sanitation processes, prerequisite programs, manufacturing processes, and finished products.
• Collaborate with operations on the initiation of corrective action and preventative measures when necessary.
• Ensure adherence to corporate, regulatory, customer, and facility food safety and quality requirements, completing corrections and corrective actions.
• Verify HACCP, SQF, and Preoperational checks, ensuring records are accurate and complete, and that corrective actions are followed as defined in the HACCP plan.
• Verify SSOP checks and records for operational and pre-operational sanitation, ensuring corrective actions for deviations are accurate and complete.
• Investigate and follow up on food safety incidents to ensure they are reported and corrective actions are taken.
• Perform regular line checks on production lines to verify adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Acknowledge or reject ingredients based on their compliance with specifications and other requirements.
• Immediately notify quality management of any conditions, ingredients, or products that may not meet food safety, quality, or customer/company requirements, and provide suggestions for addressing these concerns.
• Accurately and promptly complete all records and electronic transactions, maintaining a clean, neat, and orderly laboratory environment.

Competencies

• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and quality assurance protocols.
• Baking experience (1-2 years preferred).
• Proficiency with standard laboratory equipment (e.g., refractometer, pH meter, ROTAP).
• Basic math and computer skills, with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently complete tasks.
• High integrity and attention to detail.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but may mentor junior staff as needed.

Work Environment

• Primarily a production environment with exposure to varying temperatures.
• Moderate to high noise levels typical of a manufacturing setting.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing and walking on concrete floors.
• Frequent bending, lifting, and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Use of personal protective equipment (e.g., hair net, beard net, ear plugs, safety shoes, uniform).

Position Type

Full-Time

Work Hours

Monday-Thursday 4:00pm - 2:30am (Friday's if needed)

Flexibility required based on business needs.

Travel

Minimal travel required, primarily within the local area.

Required Education & Experience

• Laboratory or quality assurance background.
• Minimum of two-five years of related work experience in food manufacturing/processing.

Preferred Education & Experience

• One to two years of baking experience.
• Ability to operate standard laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with food manufacturing standards and quality assurance practices.
• PCQI, HACCP, and SQF Practitioner Certification key requirements.
• Food Safety System Certification applicable to food manufacturing.