Position Summary
The Quality Assurance Inspector monitors, records and verifies key production quality indicators and Process Critical Control Points for incoming raw materials and all production operations.
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Monitors inbound raw bulk material for proper truck seals, bin placement to assure proper rotation / and storage requirements, and appropriate Certificates of Analysis to match actual inbound ingredients
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Verifies food safety plan HACCP to assure compliance and makes proper notifications if the process does not conform to specifications. Specifically checks the following:
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Metal detector verifications every hour +/- 15 minutes
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Bar Code validator verifications every two (2) hours +/- 15 minutes
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Internal product cook temperature every hour +/- 15 minutes
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Package seals and container seals verified hourly +/- 15 minutes
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Batter temperature verified hourly +/- 15 minutes
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PES (Product evaluation system) review hourly +/- 15 minutes
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Verifies code dates on all packages as required
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Monitors quality attributes of raw and finished goods to include batter thickness, height, diameter, color, temperature, and weights at various stages of the process, baked temperatures, finished food evaluations etc.
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Maintains thermometer calibration adjustments / logs and batter strainer logs daily.
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Puts non-conforming product on hold as needed for further management review, investigation and final disposition
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Verifies GMP’s are being followed with non-conformances being documented as well as
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Performs specification studies to monitor process controls as needed.
Education/Training
Required:
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Ability to read, write legibly, and perform simple mathematical functions.
Preferred:
Experience/Knowledge/Abilities
Required:
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1+ years food experience in a production environment.
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Demonstrated excellent communication, teamwork & partnership skills.
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Able to effectively resolve conflict in challenging situations.
Preferred:
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1+ years’ experience in a Quality role.
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Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
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Slip resistant footwear
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Apron or smock or uniform
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Company supplied gloves
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Hairnet/beard net
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Ear, eye, and head protection gear
Work Environment: Typical food manufacturing environment with regular exposure to heat and cold environments depending on the area assigned.
Safety Sensitive Position: Yes
