Quality Assurance Technician I

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform daily pre-operational inspection of production.

• Evaluate & test samples taken of raw materials and finished goods for each lot number.

• Perform daily swabbing of equipment and production tools.

• Perform monthly environmental swabs.

• Monitor GMPs daily in manufacturing plant.

• Perform daily HACCP checks.

• Maintain inventory of all QA retains, supplies and equipment.

• Perform routine in-house calibration of lab equipment.

• Evaluate and test viscosity, moisture, pH, sieve test, bulk density.

• Approve receiving paperwork on all inbound shipments.

• Data entry in excel for all testing results.

• Inventory control on lab supplies & knives/scoops used in production.

• Back up for COA creation.

• Label approval checks

• Log and process HOLD dispositions.

• Performs weekly titrations and pass/fail on sanitation chemicals.

• Other lab duties as needed

Education Requirements:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess good reading, writing and math skills.
• Must always be safety conscious. 
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Knowledge of Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Knowledge of lab equipment a plus

• Bilingual in Spanish recommended, not required.

• Detail orientated, organized, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 

• Work proactively with all departments.

• Time management skill set preferred.

• Knowledgeable of SQF and OSHA regulations

• Previous work experience in Food Manufacturing Industry recommended, not required

Training, Skills, Knowledge and/or Experience:  

Position Reports To:  QA Supervisor 

Benefits:
Benefits, upon satisfaction of applicable eligibility requirements, include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, Employer paid life insurance, STD/LTD, vacation/sick days/parental leave, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and pension.
Mantrose Haeuser co., Inc./Profile Food Ingredients is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is willing to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Rate: $20 per Hour plus, depending on Experience.