3rd Shift QA Assistant and Clerk

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for providing general clerical and system support for the Quality function.  Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:                              

• Under minimal supervision, accurately complete and maintain required documentation including reconciliation between inventory management system and hold report
• Following product release from pre-shipment review (HACCP, microbiological/chemistry, paperwork review and final sign-off), release product in Adage
• Set up products, download information, print histograms and attach to appropriate paperwork from Datamyte
• Print specifications and writes spec change request forms; obtain required signatures
• Maintain, print and distribute required charts and graphs
• Update QA bulletin board with QA matrix information
• Complete weekly report on product samples in stock
• Pack, complete and ship sample requests
• Responsible for product correlation administration
• Data entry of sieve analysis, customer requests, customer complaints, statistical analysis, etc.
• Assist in maintaining and updating QA SOP’s and customer specification sheets
• Maintain product label approvals and perform monthly label audits
• Distribute SSOP reports
• Distribute USDA letters
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years office and/or applicable clerical work

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Lotus notes
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work efficiently
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Strong attention to detail; excellent organization, follow-up and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently lifts up to 20 lbs and occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in all areas of the plant.
• Work is performed in an office related and/or manufacturing floor environment.
• Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate the computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment.
• Frequent walking to other departments in and out of the main building and the plant facility.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.