QA Technician

The primary function of this position is to ensure the integrity and safety of food products throughout the manufacturing process utilizing various standards and established testing methods, operating procedures, and adherence to protocols and policies. A critical goal of this function position is to support and assist the Quality Assurance (QA) Department and Management Team in all aspects to drive the continuous improvement of quality. Provide technical support with an emphasis on consumer requirements, continuous product quality improvement and productivity requirements., * This position involves a combination of visually monitoring various aspects of plant operations, or physically obtaining samples and testing in the Q.A. Lab

• Trained to conduct sanitation inspections on a pre-operational basis
• Perform all applicable analytical tests on raw ingredients, in-process and finished products
• Prepare testing solutions, equipment calibrations, general maintenance and upkeep of laboratory
• Assist in identifying and managing HOLD products and the rework process
• Monitoring and validation of HACCP and all quality check points
• Assist management in implementation of procedures, protocols and policies, and monitoring for compliance of such
• Perform data entry on QA database and assist management in data trending
• Identify quality, procedure and policy deviations; effectively report such deviations and provide accurate information in a timely manner and as needed
• Participate in our continuous improvement plans
• Provides technical assistance to production personnel as needed
• Maintain a safe work environment for all employees
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Perform work per the assigned on site schedule

Required:

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Sound decision and teamwork skills are essential
• Computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets
• Provide a safe work environment through auditing of working conditions
• Familiar with GMPs, SOPs, and FDA regulated environment
• Ability to follow written procedures and established test methods
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• General knowledge of production processes, food lab instrumentation, laboratory test methods
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and have good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform office and data entry work
• Availability 8 hrs. shift, working 11PM-7AM Sunday through Thursday. Must be able to train on days before moving to night shift.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a food manufacturing facility is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Physically able to work outside, climb ladders and lift 100 lbs., tolerate dust and high or low temperature.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, and kneeling
• Comfortable working at heights and on ladders or scaffolding
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for operating tools and machinery
• Tolerance for noisy, dusty, or hot/cold environments
• Ability to wear required PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, and respirators
• Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to identify mechanical or safety issues
• Stamina to work 12-hour shifts or rotating schedules as needed

This position is contingent upon successfully passing Grain Craft’s background screening, drug-screening and physical (if applicable). Grain Craft maintains that we are a drug-free company on all levels.

About Grain Craft Corn Milling (Previously Bunge): Grain Craft is a company that is committed to our team members. We offer generous benefits with a focus on three guiding pillars: Driven With Purpose (We Make Every Day Count), Relationships Are Everything (Meaningful Connections Fuel Our Success), and Right Always Wins (We Never Compromise on Safety, Quality, and Commitment). These pillars are the bedrock of Grain Craft’s high-performance culture. We champion an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and continuous learning and development opportunities for professional growth. Our pillars are real and lived out every day in action, and our mission has never changed.

Grain Craft offers competitive pay and great benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, 401K, Employee and Family Assistance Programs, and several Supplemental Benefit offerings., * 401(k)

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance