Quality Assurance Technician - Spokane, WA

ADM

Spokane, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$41,600–$71,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Animal Nutrition, BRiX, Background Investigation, Bakery, Calibration, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Data Entry, Diversity, Documentation, Employee Relations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Nutrition, OSHA, Order Supplies, Prescription Drugs, Proofreading, Quality Assurance, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, Safety Equipment, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Sustainability, Testing
LOCATION
Spokane, WA
POSTED
3 days ago
108762BR

Job Title:


Quality Assurance Technician - Spokane, WA


Department/Function:


Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities


Job Description:


Quality Assurance Technician - Spokane, WA


Job Duties:


+ Perform bake tests on dry bakery mixes using mixers, donut fryer, proofing box, and oven.

+ Perform analytical tests on wet bakery mixes using pH, water activity and Brix meters.

+ Maintains on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.

+ Daily calibration of equipment with standards to insure equipment is reading accurately.

+ Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies.

+ Maintains a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.

+ Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements.

+ Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.

+ Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.

+ Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.


Education/Training Preferred: 2 or more years science degree


+ Experience Preferred: Good attendance history. Excellent safety record and awareness.

+ Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs.

+ Familiarity with current commercial software applications (Excel, Word) Experience with lab documentation.

+ Baking experience is a plus.

+ Experience with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, water activity, Brix, etc.),

+ Demonstrates sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing.


Previous plant experience Job Requirements:


+ Ability to work on multiple tasks, Ability to team build, Good organizational skills,

+ Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities,

+ Excellent communication skills, Proven housekeeping and sanitation skills,

+ Demonstrated troubleshooting skills,

+ Accurate record-keeping skills, Attendance and punctuality,

+ Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time.


Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.


ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.


REF:108762BR


Req/Job ID:


108762BR


City:


Spokane


State:


WA - Washington


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About ADM


At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.


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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.


We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law


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Benefits and Perks


Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:


+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).


Additional benefits include:


+ Paid time off including paid holidays.

+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

+ Tuition assistance.

+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.


*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.


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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.


If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.


The pay range for this position is expected to be between:


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$41,600.00 - $71,000.00


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The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.


Employees will also receive: a minimum of 64 hours of vacation per year, which will increase as years of service increases, 48 hours of lost-time allowance will be provided annually to eligible colleagues on January 1, 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and 1 personal holiday through the calendar year for colleagues with at least 6 months of continuous service. Eligible employees may also take up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave. Eligible employees may also take up to 26 weeks of short-term disability and transition to long-term disability, if applicable.

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