Quality Assurance Technician - Nights

Essential Functions

• Performs inspections to company standards for all incoming raw material and packaging inspection
• Performs all positive releases for sampling and testing
• Prepares samples for analysis in outside laboratories; maintains sample inventory of raw and finished samples
• Maintains and updates site’s access to corporate COA program
• Provides vendor information and support through TraceGains program
• Supports corporate supply chain quality team
• Manages Document control program
• Labsupply inventory and management (ATP, allergen and EV swabs)
• Manages holds program
• Observes safety and security procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, and reports potentially unsafe conditions
• Maintains product quality to meet company standards; reports to Manager any deviation from quality that may become a potential liability

Requirements

• Lab experience is required, and food-handling experience is desirable
• HACCP knowledge and understanding required/PCQI preferred
• Must have sound analytical and technical skills
• Must have strong motivation, organization, time management, documentation, and communication skills (both orally and written)
• Must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Demonstration of strong work ethics (dependable, and trustworthy)
• Must be able to communicate and handle conflict in a professional manner
• Ability to give and welcome feedback and contribute to building a positive team spirit