Quality Control Technician

PRINCIPAL ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform Pre-operation Inspection of equipment by swabbing for food residual that may have remained from previous production
• Tag equipment that has failed inspection and communicate issues with Sanitation Supervisor and/or Production Foreman
• Verify all raw material numbers, ingredient descriptions and quantities match “Raw Ingredient Worksheet” before the first batch of production begins
• Monitor “Mixers” to ensure they record Q.C. numbers on “Raw Ingredient Worksheet”
• Check all electronic scales for accuracy and Inform QC Manager when issues arise
• Set-up and calibrate check weighers, metal detectors, can code printers and other laboratory equipment
• Record the fill weight for five cans every half hour
• Record the end item net weight for five cans every half hour
• Perform analytical (viscosity, pH, R.I.) and sensory (color, taste, smell) tests on each batch
• Monitor labeling line for correct product label application and dud detector operation
• Monitor the sanitizer dilution level weekly, record the PPM (parts per million) on the worksheet
• Perform lab weights following aseptic techniques, traceability, and allergen protocol
• Process Review
• Review thermal processing records (critical control point) for completeness
• Ensure that all canned products receive the scheduled process for commercial sterility in accordance with both FDA Title 21, Part 113.100 and USDA Title 9, Parts 318.307 and 381.307 of the Code of Federal Regulations
• End Item Examination
• Retain one sample from each batch of every product produced (daily) for incubation use
• Inspect cans after the ten-day incubation period for signs of bacterial growth such as swollen or leaking cans
• Retain one grading sample from each product produced for comparison with future production
• Perform the required tests and physical measurements (vacuum, headspace, organoleptic, pH, R.I., viscosity or drained weight) of each product depending on product specifications
• Perform analytical tests to determine any combination of salt, fat, moisture and protein

GENERAL DUTIES

• Observe all employees to ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are being followed
• Document activities to conform with company and regulatory expectations
• Complete other tasks as directed by Management