Technician I, Quality Assurance (1st Shift)

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician I is responsible for monitoring processes throughout the production facility to ensure and improve food safety and product quality. This role involves performing inspections, audits, and testing, as well as supporting training and compliance initiatives. The position may require extended hours based on production needs, including work performed after regular business hours and on weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor quality of incoming raw materials and finished products, including organoleptic evaluations.
• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Complete pre-operational inspections each morning and evening, including weekly swabs.
• Monitor general upkeep and sanitation of production areas.
• Verify Critical Control Points (CCPs) on the production floor.
• Perform specification testing on incoming raw materials as needed.
• Monitor and verify daily label checks, HACCP, operational checks, weekly thermometer checks, temperature tags, and calibration requirements.
• Verify proper function of metal detectors daily.
• Conduct training for employees assigned by the QA Manager.
• Perform daily organoleptic testing on products being run and prepare reports.
• Assist in ensuring safety and compliance with all company rules and policies.
• Conduct and manage internal facility and GMP audits.
• Manage the water activity testing process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.