QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver samples to the lab according to the inspectors’ sampling schedule.
• Obtain environmental and process water recovery samples and deliver the samples to the lab according to the inspectors’ sampling schedule.
• Obtain reprobes when necessary.
• Measure the river temperature once per week.
• Prepare aseptic samples for micro analysis.
• Pull aseptic water samples for micro analysis.
• Follow good sampling procedures and maintain good organizational skills and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Perform monthly Sanitation Audits according to the schedule set by the Manager of Analytical Services.
• Inspect the firewater pump and alcohol loadout twice per shift and record times in the electronic log.
• Report any issues or observations that may have an impact on product quality to the Manager of Analytical Services.
• Inspect the lab vehicle once per shift and report any issues or damage in the electronic log.
• Check levels once per week.
• Inspect the pipe rack to ensure no starch leaks periodically and record in the inspector's shift log.
• Maintain a detailed electronic log of activities, problems, or issues for each shift.
• Sign for samples received in areas where applicable.
• Use LIMS to log in samples as they are received.
• Record river temperature results in LIMS.
• Record all data in a manner compliant with cGMPs.
• Submit accurate monthly department time charges to the Manager of Analytical Services.
• Be able to train new inspectors as needed.
• Follow all lab and plant safety rules.
• Report any safety issues to the Chemist, Manager, or Safety Department.
• Impart ideas and suggestions to improve safety.
• Attend all safety meetings.
• Practice good housekeeping.
• Maintain good communication with all employees.
• Maintain sample library by following the retain sample schedule.
• Dump waste feed, starch, and alcohol products in appropriate areas at or near the end of each shift.
• Wash alcohol bottles when needed and deliver to the alcohol department upon request.
• Add steepwater to the sanitary once per shift.

Education & Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. multiple times throughout the shift
• Ability to safely work at elevated levels
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be organized
• Must be able to follow directions
• Good PC skills (e-mail, Word, Excel, internet, ability to learn basic LIMS functions)
• Must be able to work independently as well as with others

Experience

• Prior Manufacturing/Quality Assurance Experience is Desired but Not Required.

Other

• Must be willing to work a rotating 12-hour shift that includes days and nights.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays and to be on-call for sick coverage.
• Overtime is required to cover vacancies, vacations, and training.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Tobacco Free Facility