FSQ Technician - 1st Shift

Schwan's Company; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

2 weeks PTO first year

7 paid holidays

2 personal days

Health plans

Vision plans

Dental plans

401k with company match

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Schwan's Company in Ohio is seeking a QA Associate to monitor HACCP and GMP adherence, prepare and analyze quality reports, and verify regulatory compliance for manufacturing formulas. You will collaborate with Food Chemistry, Microbiology, and Product Development to obtain samples for testing and conduct GMP training to ensure safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (0–1 year experience preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0–1 year of experience.
• HACCP knowledge as it applies to plant operations (HACCP certification preferred).
• Work in a variety of temperatures.
• Learn and operate standard laboratory equipment and keep accurate documentation of daily information.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HACCP and GMP daily adherence; promptly report deviations or issues to management.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain quality reports and documentation for product release from QA hold.
• Verify regulatory compliance of manufacturing formulas and procedures; initiate corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Sensory, and Product Development to obtain samples and information for testing.
• Conduct investigations into food safety incidents; perform formulation audits; deliver GMP and food safety training.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Quality documentation

Laboratory equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• 3 Health Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 4:30 am - 2:00 pm

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
• 3 Health Plans
• 2 Dental Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

What You Will Do

• Monitor and ensure daily adherence to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), promptly reporting any deviations or issues to management.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain quality reports and documentation, including specification notices, trend analyses, and SAP transaction processing for product release from QA hold.
• Verify regulatory compliance of manufacturing formulas and procedures, initiating corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Sensory, and Product Development to obtain samples and information for comprehensive product testing.
• Conduct investigations into food safety incidents, perform formulation audits, and deliver GMP and food safety training to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) as it applies to specific plant operations (HACCP certification preferred).
• Work in a variety of temperatures.
• Learn and operate standard laboratory equipment and keep accurate documentation of daily information.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. CJ Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].