Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Technician - (Starts at $25.18, goes to $25.68 after 40 workdays)experience in a quality role, ideally in high speed manufacturing operation The QA technician is accountable for achieving product quality for each shift in order to maintain compliance with the daily operating plan, key performance indicators (KPI's) and all applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Under general supervision, performs retrieval testing and inspection of product at various stages of the production process. Compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Collaborates with others to identify the root cause of consumer complaints and out of line Standard Operating Conditions, aiding in the implementation of the corrective action. Process & Equipment Monitors shift/daily product quality requirements):Gathers product samples to perform routine and periodic qualitative and periodic quantitative analyses to ensure product is within specification Inputs data into various operating systems including, but not limited to SAP, Excel and AccessTrends collected data and utilizes information to coach operators to operate within control limits Calibrates equipment as required to ensure accuracy and maintains lab equipment and general housekeeping of lab Demonstrate proficiency in operation of equipment including, but not limited to, cookers, dryers and packaging equipment Product & Quality Delivers quality results, on spec and on time):Assures availability of required materials and supplies Monitors equipment settings and makes required adjustments to product specifications Initiates product holds process when Quality and Food Safety requirements have not been met and recommends product's disposition Continually monitors all KPI'sPerform routine quality checks and adjusts to meet set specifications Prepares required reports for communications to Quality, operating management and customers Lead and/or participate in routine plant inspections, document findings and communicates to management Develops customer specific COA's utilizing SAPPerforms root cause analysis on out of line SOCs that impact Quality and implement corrective action Performs pre and post operational inspections ensuring cleanliness and preparedness for start-up activities Performs on the line refresher training of previously administered classroom training as needed Compliance Complies with all internal and external policies, procedures and regulations):Keeps work areas organized and sanitary according to set standards Follows standard operating processes and procedures Adheres to GMP's, HACCP, OSHA and company policies and procedures Responsible for own personal safety and safety of others in working area