Quality Control (QC) Inspector (1st Shift)

Key Responsibilities

• Review and verify the content of labels including product name, lot#, Exp. Dates, regulatory and allergen information.
• Ensure labels meet regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA).
• Approve or reject labels depending on inspection criteria.
• Maintain accurate and traceable records of all label inspections and verifications.
• Participate in deviation, investigations of CAPAs regarding labeling errors.
• Performs verification of food safety and quality checks established in the KC-Everett Plant’s HACCP/FSMA and Preventive Control Programs.
• Understand, Troubleshot and Escalate - Vision System if necessary.
• Aids QA management in the collection of data for the purpose of improving products and systems as necessary as it relates to food safety and quality (Statistical Process Controls).
• Work in a safe manner and follow all Kettle Cuisine standards, along with Federal, State, and Local regulations for occupational safety.
• Assist QA and site in accomplishing the KC-Everett Plant and QA departmental goals and objectives.
• Provide support to help with the investigation and troubleshooting of any food safety, quality, or process control related issues.
• Return labels and packaging supplies back to proper storage locations after usage.
• Maintain strong working relations with all the departments.

Qualifications And Experience

• Two years of related experience with respect to Quality Control.
• Good communication skills including computer, writing, and verbal.
• Ability to understand and verbally express ideas and instructions effectively.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with others.
• Ability to prioritize, follow instructions and follow-through to achieve results.

Required Attributes

• Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward.
• Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team.
• Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once.
• Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments.
• Passionate about food.
• Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect.

Position Level

• Works with little supervision, but work is reviewed.
• Exercises discretion within areas of responsibility.
• Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work requires occasional physical exertion, including some lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Physical Demands/Efforts: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Mental & Visual Demands: Work performed by this position requires moderate concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks. Work occasionally requires some degree of visual effort for periods of time.
• Work Environment and Hazards: Employee works in a manufacturing setting with some exposure to heat, cold, dust, or other factors of minor inconvenience. The position has some exposure to hazards that might cause minor injury.
• Must have availability and flexibility to work weekends or overtime as required.