Purpose
The role of a Quality Assurance Technician is critical to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of our products. You will closely work with other team members to maintain high standards of product quality and consistency and be committed to deliver the best possible quality product to our customers and employees. The position is based in Severn, North Carolina.
Types of shifts:
3rd shift – 11:00PM – 7:00AM
Pay range: $16.00 – $17.00 per hour
Required Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills
- Proven problem solving ability; sound judgement and decision making
Responsibilities:
Production Support:
1. Coordinate and verify with the Supervisor or Team Lead on what products are scheduled to be produced during that shift.
2. Conduct routine clean-break inspections, physical and analytic tests for moisture, brine salt content, sensory evaluations (visual, feel, smell, chew, taste), cracked and broken count, determine peanut grade by count, and color analysis products to ensure compliance and specifications have been met.
3. Collect product and environmental samples from various stages of production including elevated platforms that require climbing ladders
4. Maintain accurate records of all quality control activities including test results, production logs, inspection reports, and any other necessary documentation.
5. Identify quality issues or deviations from standards and work with production team members to address the root cause.
6. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
7. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, including removing debris, spills, and disposing of waste materials properly.
8. Follow all safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
8. Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth operations and timely completion of tasks.
10. Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge related to packaging and food safety regulations.
11. Adhere to company policies and regulations regarding hygiene, dress code, and conduct in the workplace.
12. Other duties, as assigned.
Sanitation Support:
- Perform allergen swabbing
- Perform ATP swabbing
- Perform environmental swabbing
Bulk Material Program:
- Enter received items into testing spreadsheet
- Sample bulk material
- Prepare shipments to laboratory
- Review COA results
- Release bulk items
Hold and Release program
- Tag all items on hold
- Maintain hold log
- Issue hold notifications
- Review COA results
- Release items
- Weekly hold reconciliation
- Support QA Manager during audits
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Previous experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment is preferred but not required.
3. Ability to lift and carry moderate to heavy loads, up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods on hard surfaces and climb ladders.
4. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
5. Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
6. Possess math skills for calculating formulas and recording inventory.
7. Understanding of occupational and food safety protocols and willingness to follow all safety guidelines.
8. Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
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