Quality Control (Seasonal Swing Shift)

About the role

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Quality Control Inspector will work in a fast-paced production environment inspecting product to ensure it meets customer needs, expectations, and requirements. They will help ensure all product meets required specifications and complies with all quality and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively, have a sense of urgency, knowledge of safety and good manufacturing practices, and excellent interpersonal skills (written and verbal).

This role is performed on-site at a facility that regularly processes tree nuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where tree nuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform all related quality control inspector tasks, including inspection of product for physical attributes, calculating and recording percentage findings, and data recording.
• Document and record daily production information and equipment performance.
• Report any unexpected findings to their supervisor.
• Assist with the holding of defective product.
• Maintain data records on the computer system.
• Perform sanitation duties as needed or assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety, hygiene, and work rules.
• Maintain the company's commitment to providing quality products and services with an emphasis on Food Safety, legality, and integrity.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or state-issued equivalency certificate is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written, is required.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime, and weekends during harvest season is required.
• Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
• Previous knowledge of the following programs and regulations pertaining to a food processing plant is preferred:
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
  • Food Safety
• Experience in quality control and nuts preferred.
• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• Ability to work outdoors/indoors, in hot/cold, noisy, and dusty environments.
• Must be able to work in other departments and perform other tasks as needed.
• Ability to properly lift and carry up to 30 lbs. in a repetitive motion.
• Must be able to twist and turn frequently while working.
• Must be able to stand and work for prolonged periods.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• Understand and follow all Food Safety & Sanitation rules.

Pay

The pay for this role in the state of California is $24.54 per hour and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location.