Manufacturing QA Technician II

Kelly Services; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services seeks an Onsite Manufacturing QA Technician II in Phoenix, AZ to ensure quality and safety of dairy products. You will inspect materials, monitor production, run tests, document findings, and drive corrective actions to uphold standards and regulatory compliance.

You will also support GMP/SOP adherence, audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement while collaborating with production teams and reporting trends to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferable; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of QA experience in food production preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs and HACCP concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished milk products.
• Perform regular inspections of production processes to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and document equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Collaborate with production teams to address any quality-related issues promptly.
• Evaluate trends from test results and communicate these trends to employees and management.
• Implement and maintain GMP, SOPs, Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external audits as needed.
• Record and analyze data and prepare reports on quality metrics. Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Drive continuous improvement, assist in the discipline to maintain a 6-S rating of an "A".
• Follow-up customer complaints and follow-up with production.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Safeway quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Food Safety

Documentation

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required

Tools

Lab testing equipment

Job description

Finding an Onsite job that fits your lifestyle isn't always easy. That's where Kelly comes in. We're seeking a Manufacturing QA Technician II to work at a premier client in Phoenix, AZ 85282.

Pay rate and Shift

l Job Duration: 6+ Month

l Shift: Sunday, Friday and Saturday 9am - 7pm

Job Summary:

• You'll be responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of our products. Your duties will include conducting inspections of raw materials, monitoring production processes, and performing various tests to verify compliance with quality standards. You'll also be tasked with documenting findings, reporting any issues, and implementing corrective actions as needed. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will play a crucial role in improving our reputation for delivering top-quality milk products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished milk products.
• Perform regular inspections of production processes to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and document equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Collaborate with production teams to address any quality-related issues promptly.
• Evaluate trends from test results and communicate these trends to employees and management.
• Implement and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with external audits as needed.
• Record and analyze data and prepare reports on quality metrics. Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained.
• Drive continuous improvement, assist in the discipline to maintain a 6-S rating of an \"A\".
• Follow-up customer complaints and follow-up with production.
• Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Safeway quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification.
• Any other project assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferable. High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional relevant certifications are a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of QA experience.
• Previous experience in quality assurance or a similar role in food production is preferred; however candidates with microbology or chemical laboratory experience are acceptable.
• Strong mindfulness and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and regulations preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Flexibility to work the specified shift and occasionally on weekends if required.
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Able to multi-task in fast paced environment with limited supervision.
• Proficient in window-based PC programs.
• Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance preferred.
• Some knowledge of HACCP/Food Safety preferred.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.