QA Rice Grader

Riceland Foods, Inc.; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Riceland Foods, Inc. is seeking a quality assurance technician to grade rice shipments and production samples in alignment with internal and customer specifications.

The role involves monitoring and documenting food safety activities, HARPC, inspections and verifications, and ensuring labeling and packaging meet Riceland and USDA standards. The incumbent will generate Certificates of Analysis, release compliant product for shipment, and hold non-conforming product as required.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and follow instructions precisely.
• Good eyesight and legible handwriting for documentation.
• Ability to perform basic math and use Windows applications.

Responsibilities

• Grade rice quality to Riceland, customer and USDA standards.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis and distribute accordingly.
• Inspect labeling and package quality per quality program.
• Perform inspections and verifications per the food safety plan.
• Document all tasks for food safety and quality programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading/comprehension

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for grading rice shipments and production samples in order to ensure that the final product remains within internal and customer specifications. Also has responsibility for monitoring and documenting food safety, including HARPC, inspections and verifications.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for food safety.


• Grade rice quality to Riceland, customer and USDA standards.


• Inspect labeling and package quality in accordance with the quality program.


• Generate Certificates of Analysis and distribute accordingly.


• Perform inspections and verifications as outlined by the food safety plan.


• Inspect food safety equipment for foreign material.


• Verify proper function of food safety equipment.


• Correctly document all tasks associated with both the food safety and quality programs.


• Release acceptable product for shipment utilizing WCS and other means as required.


• Hold unacceptable product from shipment utilizing WCS and other means as required.


• Report quality and food safety issues to supervision and management as required.


• Acquire and maintain files samples as needed.


• Work in various product shipping areas as assigned.


• Maintain an organized and clean work area.


• Work safely in accordance with the safety program.


• Attend training and informative meetings as required.


• Maintain compliance with any applicable 3rd party certification (ex: SQF).


• Any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or GED is required.

Length of Training Required:

6 months – 1 year

Special Training:

Rice grading consistent with both Riceland and USDA standards, Moisture Meter operation, NIR oil analysis operation

Supervision Required:

Occasional

Skills Required:

Good eyesight. Ability to read and follow instructions and procedures. Legible writing. Ability to perform intermediate math functions. Good communication and problem-solving skills. Basic computer skills, especially within a Windows based environment. Ability to work with little or no supervision.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF JOB

Physical Abilities: Long periods of short distance vision work required. Must sit down for long periods. Will be required to lift, bend, stoop, squat, twist, reach, push, pull, kneel, climb, walk and stand in various environmental conditions. Must be able to ride a man-lift. Must be able to work alone.