Belton Foods
Job Description
Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Department: Production
Reports To: QA Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Date:
SUMMARY:
The QA Technician is responsible for performing analytical and organoleptic evaluations of ingredients and/or Finished product to ensure compliance with Food Safety (HACCP, FSMA), Regulatory (FDA), Quality and Customer specifications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform daily analytical testing, including Brix, pH, and Titratable acidity, on finished product samples.
- Generates and distributes: Tally Records, Formula Sheets, and the production schedules, from the published Production Plan.
- At the end of the production day, collects and scans back to the Production Planner; Tally Sheets, Formula Sheets, and the Production Schedule notes.
- Communicate out of spec test results to production formulators and assist with troubleshooting.
- Perform daily testing using ATP system to verify proper sanitation of production equipment.
- Enter all testing results into database for further review by management team.
- Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly calibration checks on all testing equipment, including Brix, pH and temperature monitoring devices, used in the production environment while documenting results.
- Communicate in a timely manner any deviations (out of spec) to the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Complete or assist with training additional plant personnel on how to properly calibrate and use equipment used in the production environment.
- Create and issue labels for Finished Goods
- Perform line monitoring and auditing to ensure Food Safety and Quality of products. Fill out appropriate paperwork.
- Prepare product samples for external lab testing
- Complete and/or assist with Environmental Monitoring of plant operations per Belton SOPs. Prepare samples for external lab testing.
- Maintain and promote a Quality and Food Safety culture to production staff.
- Maintain Quality laboratory in a clean, safe and orderly manner on a daily basis.
- Constantly looking for ways to improve SOPs, SSOPs, company culture toward Food Safety and Quality and efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement projects throughout Belton Foods
- Achieve, maintain and utilize HACCP Training for Continuous Improvement
- Inventory lab supplies and chemicals.
- File applicable paperwork when needed
- Assist with satisfying requirements to preserve our SQF Level 2 certification, which may include completing forms, writing procedures, performing audits, etc.
- Participate in meetings dealing with quality issues.
- Assist in production environment when necessary for continued operation.
- Complete any additional tasks assigned by the Quality Manager for the successful operation of the Quality or Production departments.
COMPETENCIES:
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Communication Skills (Oral and Written)
- Professionalism/Diplomacy
- Math Aptitude
- Attention to Detail/Organization
- Time Management/Planning
- Computer Literacy
- Keyboard Skills
- Basic chemistry skills
- GMPs
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma/ GED
- At least one (1) year of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Accredited HACCP Training, Internal Auditor Training
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.25 - $26.21 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Language:
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Englewood, OH 45315 (Required)
Work Location: In person
