Job Details

FSQA Technician

The FSQA Technician identifies and assists in the elimination of product concerns; maintains accurate, detailed laboratory and compliance records; makes decisions and provides guidance regarding food safety as well as product quality; supports initiatives to drive andmonitor continuous improvement; and supports programs including:

Food Safety

• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP).
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Environmental Sampling.
• Other relevant Food Safety Procedures (i.e., allergen program).
• Safe Quality Foods (SQF).

Quality and Regulatory

• Monitor ingredient storage in warehouse for proper rotation & usage of materials.
• Capable of performing Trace/Recall on all materials for potential recall.
• Verification of adherence to product and material specifications.
• Verification of manufacturing activities.
• Incoming inspection of materials sourced.
• Collection of samples to support programs including microbial monitoring, product analysis and product audit.
• Auditing (temperature checks, O2checks, net weight checks, etc.).
• Monitor all prerequisite programs in regards to SQF.
• Assist in data collection of SPC System to provide reduction/elimination of variation within processes.
• Cross-training in other QA functions as needed.
• Collect data for capability studies for the plant.
• Develop capabilities in the shelf life and product evaluation programs.
• Review and approval of incoming packaging materials.
• Actively participate on Safety and Lean teams as needed.
• Performs pre-operational and operational inspection of equipment as described in the SSOP program.
• Pre-shipment review of all operations in area of responsibility.
• Conduct detailed product audits as assigned to assure conformance of product and package details to specifications.
• Conduct daily product panels and document results.
• Appropriately isolate non-conforming product.

Research and Development

• New Product Qualifications and assist in processing finished product specs & photo standards.
• Product Improvement.

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate's degree in microbiology, food science or related field preferred.
• In lieu of degree, two years of related experience/training in food manufacturing required.
• Ability to complete micro testing of finished product, ingredients, and environmental samples.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient knowledge of SQF preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) required.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
• Solid organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment while performing job. (i.e. safety glasses, ear plugs, bump cap, hair net, steel toe rubber boots, autoclave gloves, goggles).
• May be required to work in hot (up to 102 degrees Fahrenheit) for intervals of 45 minutes.
• May be required to work in cold and/or wet environments of a minimum of 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to constantly stand, stoop, walk, bend, push or pull for duration of shift, which may last up to 12 hours.
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
• May work in Production or Warehouse storage areas.
• May be required to climb ladders/stairs.
• Must have the visual acuity to perform possible pre-op duties and/or read paperwork and labels