QC Bakery Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Finished Product Testing in a bakery setting
• Daily maintenance and cleaning of the bake lab (counters, instrumentation, supplies)
• Perform bake test according to recipe specifications and evaluate product performance
• Record all test results, finished product spreadsheet or any other database as required for analytical, bake testing
• Maintain retain rotation and logs
• Monitor receipt of incoming raw materials, product labels and manufacturing products to assure adherence to quality policies and procedures
• Perform plant and Line checks
• Apply hold tags to all permanent holds, maintain hold file and update SAP to reflect status of all held product at any given time
• Keep the turnaround time according to the specifications
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in root cause analysis and follow CAPA list
• Provide technical guidance for diagnostic working with R&D, tools for root cause

Requirements

• At least 2+ years or related work experience in similar setting
• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field (e.g., Quality Control Technology, Microbiology, Food Science); may consider other education with related experience
• Proficient in MS Office applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint; SAP required
• Adherence to Puratos dress code and PPE policies
• Excellent written & verbal skills
• Completion of SQF, GMP, and SOP training strongly preferred

Physical Demands

• Occasional sitting, climbing/balancing, stooping/twisting, kneeling, squatting, crawling, push/pull, reaching, and gripping
• Frequent standing, walking
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs

Environmental Conditions

• Occasional working at heights
• Exposure to hazards
• Working with machinery
• Frequently working with uneven ground
• Excessive noise
• Extreme temperatures
• Exposure to dust/fumes

Pay

Compensation for this role is hourly and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical range between $25.62/HR and $32.02/HR. This role is eligible for a targeted annual bonus equal to $3500. Final bonus payouts are determined by both individual and company performance.

Schedule

Shift Schedule: Overnight: 3PM - 11:30PM, Monday - Friday