Quality Control

About the role

The FSQ Auditor supports the implementation of HACCP, SOP, SQF, and R&D and performs plant-wide auditing functions. This role completes documentation; ensures that product specifications are met; customer quality expectations are achieved; USDA regulations are complied with; all quality issues are identified, investigated, and addressed. Monitoring room temperatures, monitoring product temperatures, and monitoring product quality/consistency.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on random product samples to ensure samples meet company specific Quality standards. [For example: thickness, weights, lengths, count, metal detector, etc.]
• Perform pre-op – depending on time, scheduling and production including first piece checks at start of shift or new product changeover.
• Monitor the overall safety of the food quality to ensure accurate product identification and recipe instructions are being followed. Answer questions regarding rejected product, damage on inbound cases and mislabeled cases.
• Follow plant holds and releases.
• Enter quality inspection data into electronic/written form.
• Record deviations/issues into compliance tracker and inform lead/supervisor of said deviations or defects.
• Process inbound and outbound supplier corrective action requests.
• Perform weekly daily audits.
• Prepares necessary forms and trend charts in support of kitchen or packaging inspection function.
• Implement corrective actions on deviations found during quality inspections, including product loss or adjustments.
• Review of documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• HACCP sign off – dependent on qualifications and availability.
• Review/Close out hold tags as necessary- list should be printed off daily, hold tags must be accounted for; report missing hold tags to lead/supervisor.
• Verify equipment is in good condition and calibrated, as needed.
• HACCP, SSOP, SQF, Prerequisite program maintenance - accuracy, completeness, implementation; aligned with review of production paperwork, verifications, calibrations, and counseling, etc.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s). Observe team members to ensure compliance, coach as necessary.
• Acts as a backup for daily operational checklists.
• Aid Quality Control Supervisor with serious or repeated quality problems to help determine the cause and prevent further occurrences.
• Maintain SQF and HACCP book, keep documents up to date.
• Aid with Quality Control and Production audits.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High school diploma or GED
• Required Experience: 1-2 years of experience and/or training in a manufacturing or food environment
• Preferred:
• Knowledge and experience in quality systems and production
• Prior knowledge of food processing equipment
• Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, materials and/or manufacturing
• Knowledge of SAP
• HACCP certification preferred, must be completed within 6 months
• Ability to calibrate delicate instruments and take accurate readings on fine gauges.
• College degree

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• An aptitude for math is required.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and/or maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment
• Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team.
• Must have exceptional time management skills.
• Firm knowledge of quality assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory compliance standards, and documentation procedures
• Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and employee motivational skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.