QA Technician

WALKER'S FRESH FOODS

North Kansas City, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Computer Skills, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, FDA Requirements, Follow Through, Food Production, Food Safety, Food Science, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Internal Audit, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Sanitation, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
LOCATION
North Kansas City, MO
POSTED
4 days ago

Job description:

I. Main duties and responsibilities:

· Under general direction, plan and organize daily activity of assigned area.

· Follow through on set processes and procedures to ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, FDA, USDA requirements.

· Ensure that work descriptions are being followed.

· Responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and reporting qualitative and quantitative results of products, including alerting out of compliance results.

· Assist on administering Company’s quality program which may include Sensory evaluation, maintain sample retain library, internal audits, customer complaint, conduct environmental sampling, label review among others.

· Participate in raw materials, finished goods hold/release.

· Maintain production records, including storage and organization.

· Identify unsafe conditions/behaviors and take action to resolve.

· Perform post-cleaning and sanitation inspections.

· Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

II. Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree or Associate in Science in food science preferred or equivalent; or High School Diploma and 4 years of experience in the Quality food manufacturing industry.

· Knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Requirements

- Able to work in a cold environment under 50 F.

- Able to stand and walk for extended periods.

-Able to bend and carry weights up to 30 lb.

- Flexible schedule 10-hour-12hr shift between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday.

Summary

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be essential in maintaining the highest quality standards in our manufacturing processes. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, you will conduct quality audits, inspections, and analyses to ensure compliance with GMP and FDA regulations. Your core skills in quality management and assurance will be complemented by premium knowledge of ISO standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other computer skills will aid in data collection and reporting. Join our team to ensure product excellence and contribute to our commitment to quality in food science.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • Food industry: 2 years (Required)

About the Company

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WALKER'S FRESH FOODS