Quality Assurance Technician - Day Shift

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Neosho, MO is hiring an Intermediate Quality Assurance Technician 1 for day shift to ensure food safety and product quality in Nutra Blend operations. You'll collaborate with Operations to meet specifications and support QA processes.

The role involves sample collection, data recording, and assisting with audits and training, with a pay range of $20–$22 per hour and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associates degree preferred.
• 3+ years of QA or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses and sample collection to test products.
• Maintain accurate records and quality statistics.
• Assist QA Manager with audits and timely close out of issues.
• Provide training on procedures to staff.
• Generate and communicate quality reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Quality assurance

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree

3+ years of applicable experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician - Day Shift

JOB TITLE: Intermediate Quality Assurance Technician 1 - Nutra Blend - Neosho, MO

SHIFT: Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm. Weekends, overtime and holidays as needed.

PAY: $20 - $22 per hour depending on experience.

JOB SUMMARY

Nutra Blend is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality premixes and micro-ingredients to the feed industry. The Intermediate Quality Assurance Technician 1 is expected to guarantee all food safety requirements are met through communicating with Operations to ensure a safe wholesome product is made and meets specifications. This is accomplished by conforming to all standards within the Nutra Blend Quality Management Systems (EQMS/SQF). Additionally, prepare and monitor quality statistics and reports. Reviews production records for conformance to procedures. Evaluate non-conforming results and initiate re-sampling, re-testing, and/or hold procedures. Continually review procedures relevant to facility and offer suggestions for improvement.

• Various analyses
• Sample collection
• Record keeping
• Assist Quality Manager with audits
• Help train on procedures
• Assist with timely close out of internal issues
• Provide feedback and reports to users and stakeholders

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED, Associates degree or 3+ years of applicable experience (food safety, quality, or food manufacturing experience preferred). Strong computer skills in the application of Microsoft Word and Excel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years old

Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions.

Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Show up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, adapt to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.

Maintain good relationships with plant personnel contacts to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes.

Always ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one's co-workers without exception.

Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
• Shift schedules can include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

WAGE RANGE SALARY

Land O'Lakes, Inc offers a competitive salary and bonus potential. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as many other sponsored benefits.

Nothing in this job description restricts the management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and background review.

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled.

ABOUT LAND O'Lakes

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

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