Manufacturing QA Technician

  • $25–$26.45 Per Hour
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Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Biologyunmatched
  • Calibrationunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Data Entryunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Food Scienceunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Laboratoryunmatched
  • Laboratory Equipmentunmatched
  • Laboratory Testingunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Microbiologyunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Physical Chemistryunmatched
  • Plating Processesunmatched
  • Policy Implementationunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procedure Implementationunmatched
  • Product Managementunmatched
  • Product Testingunmatched
  • Quality Assuranceunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Sanitationunmatched
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
  • Test Equipmentunmatched
  • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

Description

Qualifications:
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or a related science, or equivalent experience.
  • HACCP certified; SQF Practitioner preferred.
  • Knowledge of microbiological, physical, chemical, and organoleptic testing.
  • Ensure Safeway policies, procedures, and workplace safety are adhered to.
  • Implement plant sanitation programs as directed by Quality Management.
  • Evaluate trends from test results, develop plans to correct deficiencies, and communicate these plans to employees and management.
  • Implement quality control processes/testing to meet Safeway quality standards and ensure products are within specification.
  • Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Utilize and maintain inventory of laboratory and sanitation supplies.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
  • Proficient in Windows-based PC programs.
  • Experience with lab test equipment and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of HACCP.
  • Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Sanitation Practices (GSPs), Food Safety, and Occupational Safety.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results.
  • Ensure daily records are kept and maintained.
  • Perform data entry, tracking, and interpretation.
  • Follow QC Hold Procedures for out-of-specification products.
  • Must possess the ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Assist in maintaining a 5-S rating of "A ".
  • Be flexible with working hours.
  • Perform equipment calibration and troubleshooting.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Meet with the supervisor daily to discuss any production-related issues.
  • Monitor all Critical Control Point (CCP) records and frequencies.
  • Follow up on customer complaints and correspond with production teams.
  • Manage product specifications.
  • Coordinate the HACCP team.
  • Maintain and implement policies and procedures, including training related to GMPs, Food Safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.
  • Communicate effectively to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Manage multiple tasks and duties related to food safety and regulatory compliance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBellevue, WA
Salary$25–$26.45 Per Hour

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