Quality Assurance Technician

Elior Group; Pearl, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking an experienced QA Tech for the Traditions division in Pearl, MS. This on-site role supports the QA team as the eyes and ears on the floor, ensuring all tasks are completed with a focus on quality and safety.

The position requires standing and lifting up to 50 pounds, strong attention to detail, and good math and communication skills. Join a team dedicated to safe, high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in English.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks using time and task management skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Excellent attention to details and math aptitude.
• Standing, walking and bending throughout the day with lifting 30–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous weight checks on meals and meal components, documenting results.
• Monitor and keep records of critical control points of HACCP plan.
• Perform and keep records of metal detection, startup line audits and sanitation standards.
• Calibrate scales and thermometers.
• Promote and observe GMPs and SSOPs in the facility.
• Comply with FDA and USDA regulations and USDA/FSIS inspectors’ requests.
• Monitor food safety practices, visual quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Document conformance to BOMs and specifications throughout the facility.
• Take corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Follow Hold procedures when placing or removing product from hold.
• Collect samples of meals for microbiological analysis and product cuttings.

Skills

Reading proficiency

Writing proficiency

Time management

Organization

Attention to detail

Math aptitude

Physical stamina

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 43381
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Community Meals
Brand: TRAD
Location: Traditions - Quality Assurance

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced QA Tech to work at our TRADITIONS division in Pearl, MS. The Quality Assurance Tech will serve as the on the floor QA Tech, providing the eyes and ears for the QA Team while ensuring all tasks are completed. If you are driven, passionate about quality and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you'll be doing:

• Conduct continuous weight checks on meals and meal components, documenting the results.
• Monitor and keep records of critical control points of our HACCP plan.
• Perform and keep records of metal detection, startup check line audits as well as pre-op and operational sanitation standards.
• Calibration of scales and thermometers.
• Promote and observe enforcement of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) in the facility.
• Comply with all FDA and USDA regulations and all legitimate requests of the USDA/FSIS inspectors.
• Continuously monitor food safety practices, visual quality standards, conformance to specifications, regulatory compliance, and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor and document conformance to BOM’s (Bill of Material), specifications, visual quality standards, and regulatory standards throughout the facility.
• Take appropriate corrective actions when a deviation or quality problem occurs.
• Follow Hold procedures when placing or removing product from hold.
• Collect samples of meals for microbiological analysis and product cuttings.

What we're looking for:

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Have the ability to handle multiple tasks using time and task management skills.
• Have excellent communication and organization skills.
• Have excellent attention to details and math aptitude.
• This position requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver objects that may weigh 30 to 50 pounds.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Compensation Range:

$15.00/hr.

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

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About Traditions:

Traditions started as a simple, frozen meal delivery service for the elderly in 2001. Now, over 20 years later, we have grown into a team of caring professionals whose experience drives an operation that serves over 300,000 meals per week. Our emphasis on quality and care has positioned us as a national leader in providing frozen meals, and our scope has grown beyond seniors as we push the boundaries of what prepackaged meal service can be.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer:

This job description can be revised by management as needed.

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