Quality Assurance Technician - Edgerton Plant

Hershey Company; Kansas; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quality Assurance Technician at their Edgerton Plant, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and safety. This position involves monitoring manufacturing processes, conducting inspections, and collaborating with operations to maintain high standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in quality assurance principles and the ability to work independently. With a commitment to creating a world-class manufacturing environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading player in the industry. If you are passionate about quality and safety, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain Quality Assurance Technician certification through ASQ.
• Basic understanding of mathematical principles and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HACCP monitoring and in-house quality inspections.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products before release.
• Ensure compliance with FDA health and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Quality Assurance

HACCP knowledge

Mathematical principles

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

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Quality Assurance Technician - Edgerton Plant

Posted Date: Feb 13, 2025

Requisition Number: 124387

Hershey Salty Snacks is currently hiring a Quality Assurance Technician to join our team in Edgerton, KS. The QA Technician is responsible for HACCP monitoring, in-house quality inspections and audits, performance of receiving inspections, and approval of finished goods for shipment. This team member will be a key provider in assurance that manufacturing processes comply with applicable certification standards as well as work towards creation of a world-class manufacturing environment.

Pay:

Starting pay is $20.75

Total Rewards:

401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match

Shifts:

Day shifts available - 12 hr shifts.

Schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during an interview.

Candidate Process:

Please note: communications will be through phone, email and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email.

• Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
• Drug Screen required

Essential Job Functions:

• Adherence to all applicable FDA health and OSHA safety regulations
• Completion of all required paperwork and forms in an accurate and timely manner
• Objective evaluation of products and processes
• Work closely with operations personnel to achieve company initiatives
• Timely review of records generated by operations team members for accuracy and validity
• Development and implementation of an effective records retention program
• Inspection of incoming raw materials
• Inspection of finished products prior to release to warehouse
• Identification of areas for improvement in the Food Safety and Quality Management System
• Performance of audit activities for verification to established policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Effective communication between the quality function and operations
• Flexibility in regard to work schedule as needed
• Performance of required environmental testing
• Management of special projects and performance of other duties as directed
• Inspection and participation in sanitation processes as necessary
• Other related activities as assigned

Position Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain Quality Assurance Technician certification through ASQ
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic understanding of mathematical principles and the ability to interpret numerical data
• HACCP certification or ability to achieve such certification
• Demonstrative ability to interact with operations personnel
• Ability to effectively operate test equipment
• Ability to be objective in data interpretation
• Ability to be objective in personal interactions
• Ability to focus on process and not people when seeking corrective action to operational challenges

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 40 pounds repetitively
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures