QA Tech 1st Shift: work between the hours of 4:50am-3:00pm

OSI Group; Oakland Township (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

OSI Group is seeking a production line auditor to perform a variety of line audits and tests to ensure product specifications and sanitary procedures are followed.

Responsibilities include auditing temperatures, metals, and packaging codes; collecting samples for lab testing; and maintaining sanitation records. The role requires 3 months of on-the-job training and adherence to GMP and PPE protocols.

Qualifications

• 3 months of on the job training.

Responsibilities

• Audit line temperatures and record results.
• Audit metal detectors using standards; quarantine and re-test if faulty.
• Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.
• Collect weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air for lab testing.
• Gather cooked and raw product samples for lab testing with instructions.
• Inspect code dates on packaging as per product specs and schedule.
• Record cooler and freezer temperatures and calibrate equipment daily.
• Complete sanitation compliance paperwork and follow GMP and PPE rules.

Skills

Quality control

Sanitation

GMP compliance

Job description

Perform a variety line audits and tests during production to ensure that product is being made within specification and that proper production and sanitary procedures are being followed.

Job Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.
• Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.
• Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.
• Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.
• Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.
• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
• Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.
• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.
• Perform hourly piece count of packed box.
• Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
• Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Keep assigned area clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• 3 months of on the job training.

Compensation

This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.