Quality Assurance Technician

Evolution Fresh; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Gym Membership Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Evolution Fresh is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure product quality information is communicated to stakeholders, maintain samples, and ensure traceability from raw materials to finished goods. The role supports HACCP and GMP compliance in a 3rd shift environment.

Ideal candidates will have GMP exposure, basic analytical equipment experience, and strong attention to detail. A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for additional education or related experience.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or 1–2 years experience in related field or combination of education and experience.
• Operation of manual and automated analytical equipment (1 year).
• Regulated food manufacturing environment with familiarity of GMP standards (1 year).
• Scientific method and report writing (1 year).
• Gathering, recording, and reporting on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Ensures product quality information is provided to necessary parties.
• Maintains samples and ensures traceability to finished product.
• Adheres to GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety programs.
• Assists in HACCP and plant quality program development.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Supports training on quality-based programs for manufacturing partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Independent work

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

MS Windows basics

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Shift flexibility

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

• This position will report to the: QA Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: No
• Shift: 3rdShift 11:00pm - 7:30am
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Employment Category: Full-Time Temporary
• Pay Range: $25.50 - $30.50

• This position will report to the: QA Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: No
• Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
• Shift: 3rdShift 11:00pm - 7:30am
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Employment Category: Full-Time Temporary
• Pay Range: $25.50 - $30.50

Generous Brands

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages. Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.

The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit www.generousbrands.com .

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

This job contributes to Evolution Fresh success by ensuring product quality information is provided to all necessary parties, samples are maintained, and raw materials have complete traceability to the finished product. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles.

Job Duties

• Evaluates and documents quality of finished goods and raw materials
• Reports quality conditions as needed
• Evaluates condition of the manufacturing facility and warehouse space to ensure compliance to regulatory and HACCP requirements
• Audits programs in support of quality objectives
• Maintains a clean and organized working environment
• Follows safety regulations. Participates in process improvement activities. Meets performance schedules
• Maintains product quality through adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety Preventive Controls, product specifications and quality procedures
• Participates in the maintenance and development of plant quality programs in support of HACCP
• Provides training and education of quality-based programs to manufacturing partners
• Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
• Understand and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
• Supports food safety, legality, and quality programs
• Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures. Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools
• Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality

Minimum Qualifications

• High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• Operation of manual and automated analytical equipment (1 year)
• Regulated food manufacturing environment with familiarity of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards (1 year)
• Scientific method and report writing (1 year)
• Gathering, recording, and reporting on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems (1 year)

Additional Required Qualifications

• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
• Mechanical/Technical Aptitude to troubleshoot minor equipment failures and make minor adjustments
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Basic skills in Microsoft Windows and internet applications
• Ability to work with a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Education (ideal education level or degree):
• 4 year degree or Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF).

Physical Demands & Environmental Hazards

• O = Occasional (up to 25% of time)
• F = Frequent (26%-74% of time)
• C = Constant (75% or more of time) Requirement

WHAT WE OFFER plus more !

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Gym Membership Discounts

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

Recruitment Agencies

Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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3rd Shift (11:00pm - 7:30am) Overtime, weekends, and rotating shift/days off schedule may be mandatory based on business and departmental needs