FSQA Tech I - Little Rock, AR

S&D Coffee; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

S&D Coffee is seeking an FSQA Technician I to support quality control throughout the production cycle. The role requires ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced, warm environment.

You will perform in-line inspections, log results, and assist with nonconforming goods handling under the FSQA Supervisor. The position emphasizes adherence to GMP and Food Safety & Quality Management System procedures, with duties including material inspection and daily housekeeping to maintain

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warm environment.
• Experience with in-line inspections and testing.
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

• Follow all policies & procedures, including the Food Safety & Quality Management System.
• Ensure GMP practices are followed by all personnel.
• Perform in-line inspections on WIP and finished products to verify specifications (color, moisture, density, weights, packaging dates).
• Inspect raw materials or components for quality.
• Complete in-line Supersack release/approvals.
• Enter test results into a quality database.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming goods when required.
• Conduct testing of products on hold as needed.
• Maintain a clean, GMP-compliant work area.
• Support team by completing related tasks as requested by management.

Skills

Quality control

GMP compliance

Documentation

Tools

Quality database

Job description

The FSQA Technician I performs quality control checks on materials and products during the production cycle to ensure items meet quality standard and safety regulations. Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and work in a fast-paced warm environment. The FSQA Technician I will accept other duties as assigned and reports to the FSQA Supervisor.

Job Duties:

• Follow all Westrock policies & procedures, including the requirements of the Food Safety & Quality Management System.
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are followed by all personnel.
• Perform in-line inspections on work-in-progress (WIP) and finished products to ensure compliance to defined specifications, including color, % moisture, density, grind analysis, weights, packaging date codes, packaging integrity, brewing performance and others as defined.
• Perform inspections throughout the process to evaluate work performed by production associates and ensure compliance to quality standards.
• Inspect raw materials or components involved in the production process for suitable quality.
• Complete in-line Supersack release/approvals.
• Accurately enter test results into a quality database.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming goods when required.
• Conduct relevant testing of products on hold when required.
• Perform general daily housekeeping in work area to maintain a clean & safe GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliant working environment.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed and performing other duties as requested by management.