QUALITY CONTROL - QUALITY TECHNICIAN - 2nd Shift

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform salt and acidity testing on finished products and in-process samples using titrators.
• Perform moisture and fat analysis of finished products, slurries, and starches using the CEM Smart Trac.
• Perform viscosity, Brix, and pH testing on finished products.
• Perform fineness of grind test on incoming mustard samples.
• Check Retail and food service production lines for weight control, cap torque, case codes, fill level, seal integrity, oil temperature, and bottle codes as needed.
• Perform pH meter, thermometer, and refractometer calibrations.
• Absorb and place out-of-specification products on QC Hold.
• Check portion control production lines for weight control, film seal, and proper coding.
• Perform % peroxide value, color test, cold test, and a free fatty acid test on incoming oils.
• Flavor and color approval of pourable salad dressings.
• Absorb and place out-of-specification products on QC Hold.
• Assists in maintaining QC lab in a clean and orderly manner.
• Was assigned special projects such as headspace and weight studies.
• Maintains HACCP CCPs (pH, water activity, glass breakage, and x-ray).
• Trains new employees on all QC lab tech duties.

Job Knowledge/Training

• Good knowledge of techniques, processes, procedures, services, equipment, and materials required to perform the job.
• Keeps current with all company-required training courses.

Culture Building

• Organizational Health KPIs
• Leadership and contribution to the overall success of SBIP
• Personal Effectiveness-meeting timelines and productivity requirements (quantity and quality of work)
• Personal interaction, communication, and teamwork with internal and external parties, consistent with OurRecipe@SauerBrands

What We Are Looking For

• Personal Characteristics: Professional Demeanor, Entrepreneurial drive, Passionate, outgoing, energetic, and results-oriented personality, Overall confidence, and comfortable communicating the facts, Smart, creative, and inquisitive, Character and Integrity-Does the right thing even when no one is looking, Disciplined approach, and accountability for KPIs, No excuses mindset, Accountable and reliable, Dependable team player with a positive attitude, Determination/Grit-Pursuit of Excellence, Passion for organization, and attention to detail, Personal values that mesh with SBI values
• Performance History: Documented needed history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilities, Stellar references based on contributions and performance
• Education & Experience: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

What Is In It For You?

• Career Development
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:
• 401K plan
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Insurance