QA Technician

physical audits, that product specifications are met to produce a wholesome and desirable product which conforms to customer specifications., * Reads and accurately interprets daily production samples

• Prepares customer and lab samples. Retained sample analysis of previous day's production
• Conducts daily product in house cutting and cook off evaluation
• Calibrates and operates all testing equipment
• Conducts salt, moisture, spice analysis, inspects and analyzes incoming raw materials, in process blends and finish product produced
• Sends monthly target sample to customer as requested
• Verifies all packaging attributes
• Conducts pre-operational swabbing for all equipment
• Maintains all QA files and retains samples
• Relieve production employees as needed
• Must always keep work area clean and work in a safe and accident-free manner
• Adheres to company policies, procedures, GMP/SOP's, Code of Safe Practices, and Lockout/Tagout/ Blockout Procedures.
• Maintains a quality-oriented attitude in the workplace
• Works effectively with workers in a constructive and positive manner
• Listens to and objectively considers ideas, and suggestions from others

Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Be able to communicate effectively with Q.A. Manager.

• Help the Q.A. Manager in sampling of special cases for proper determination of defect and the disposition.
• 1 year experience in QA and laboratory environment preferable.
• Must be able to complete QA paperwork accurately.
• Work in an industrial environment, and handle nontoxic food products.
• Excellent written, laboratory, and communication skills required
• Able to use scientific calculator.
• Able to wear all required safety equipment.
• Ability to work on a regular and reliable basis and work overtime as weekends as needed.
• Assist QA Manager where necessary in research and development.
• Must be computer proficient i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and willing to learn ERP & QAD.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT (required to perform essential duties and responsibilities):

Must be safety conscious and possess the understanding of safety rules and be aware of safe and unsafe conditions.

• Knowledge of laboratory test equipment.
• Ability to make decisions concerning work problems not covered by specific procedures, rules, and precedents.
• Ability to interface with Production employees.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stoop and move in a safe and alert manner.
• Must be capable of standing/walking 100%
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasion