Quality Assurance Technician - Erlanger, KY

Kentuckyagconnection; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician in Erlanger, KY. The role involves implementing quality systems, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and conducting audits. Candidates should have a relevant associate degree and experience in QA. Join a team focused on delivering excellence in food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Technical skills in quality and food safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong quality and food safety technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Risk Based Quality, Layered Audits.
• Support Technical QA in Cross Functional Initiatives.
• Coordinate Activities of contracted Quality Inspectors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Two (2) year associates degree in a science related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology)

3-5 years food or beverage manufacturing QA experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Providing Global Talent Solutions in Agriculture and Food

Job Details

Job Title:

Quality Assurance Technician - Erlanger, KY

Location:

Erlanger , KY , South United States ,USA

Company:

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services

Career Type:

Technician

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

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Job Description

Quality Assurance Technician - Erlanger, KY

Job Summary:

The Quality Assurance Technician role is a technical position within the Quality organization and reports to the QFS Manager. The QA Technician will support the implementation and enforcement of the Quality and Food Safety Management System requirements throughout all of the manufacturing process in order to ensure compliance with the company policies, FDA cGMP, and industry standards. This role requires strong communication skills, prioritization based production needs, and adaptability with fast paced environments. This role will require the ability to work independently to push the production team to success. The personnel that fill this role are expected to present a professional image to internal departments and facilitate the success of the operations group.

Primary Job Functions:

• Perform Risk Based Quality, Layered Audits based on:
• First Pass Quality Deviation, Rejections
• EMP Failures and related GMP practices
• Customer complaint data (cap seal / torque, bag closer, box seals, leaking containers)
• Foreign material risks (Glass, plastic, wood, gasket material, etc.)
• Weigh compliance
• Formulation Compliance (staging, scanning, order of addition, etc.)
• Calibration Compliance (Torque wrenches, scales, magnets, etc.)
• Weight Verification Label compliance
• Validation of CCPs and OPRPs
• GMP, Allergen, G&BP program audits

Support Technical QA in Cross Functional Initiatives

• Audit for implementation and sustainment of CAPAs
• Provide interface with operators during MOC validations
• Monitoring of GMPs during MOC, Construction, etc.
• Provide 24/7 back-up coverage for micro sanitation and EMP swabbing
• FS&Q Skills Validation support to operations
• Escalate issues to Technical QA

Coordinate Activities of contracted Quality Inspectors which include:

• Labeling compliance
• Leaking Container,
• Box Making
• Sweeping/GMP support
• GMP Inspections
• Daily GMP Walkthrough
• Weekly Glass and Brittle Plastics Inspections

Requirements:

• Two (2) year associates degree in a science related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) or 3-5 years food or beverage manufacturing QA experience working in a production environment
• Follow all company policies, cGMP, Food Safety, FDA, USDA, GFSI, FSMA, OHSA Safety regulations, QMS and SOP / SSOPs.
• Must have strong quality and food safety technical skills and problem solving / organizational skills (cGMPs, basic microbiology including swabbing, IPM, hygienic design, and sanitation).
• Ability to read written Instruction, SOP, SSOP and write production quality reporting on documentation or in computer data base programs
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communication skills including written and verbal communication of technical results
• Demonstrated capacity to excel in a fast-paced work environment
• Proficient in computer processes and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs and walk/stand throughout shift

Key Shills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
• Strong customer interaction skills
• Results oriented and driven to achieve business revenue growth
• High level of professionalism and alignment to ADM values
• Multi-tasking workload
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Teamwork and a collaborative style
• Learning agility and adaptability to change

Working Conditions:

• Employees in this position working at this location are [or may be] exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job.
• If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location, please notify the hiring manager.
• This role does not require travel.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:98878BR

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

Job Description

Quality Assurance Technician - Erlanger, KY

Job Summary:

The Quality Assurance Technician role is a technical position within the Quality organization and reports to the QFS Manager. The QA Technician will support the implementation and enforcement of the Quality and Food Safety Management System requirements throughout all of the manufacturing process in order to ensure compliance with the company policies, FDA cGMP, and industry standards. This role requires strong communication skills, prioritization based production needs, and adaptability with fast paced environments. This role will require the ability to work independently to push the production team to success. The personnel that fill this role are expected to present a professional image to internal departments and facilitate the success of the operations group.

Primary Job Functions:

• Perform Risk Based Quality, Layered Audits based on:
• First Pass Quality Deviation, Rejections
• EMP Failures and related GMP practices
• Customer complaint data (cap seal / torque, bag closer, box seals, leaking containers)
• Foreign material risks (Glass, plastic, wood, gasket material, etc.)
• Weigh compliance
• Formulation Compliance (staging, scanning, order of addition, etc.)
• Calibration Compliance (Torque wrenches, scales, magnets, etc.)
• Weight Verification Label compliance
• Validation of CCPs and OPRPs
• GMP, Allergen, G&BP program audits

Support Technical QA in Cross Functional Initiatives

• Audit for implementation and sustainment of CAPAs
• Provide interface with operators during MOC validations
• Monitoring of GMPs during MOC, Construction, etc.
• Provide 24/7 back-up coverage for micro sanitation and EMP swabbing
• FS&Q Skills Validation support to operations
• Escalate issues to Technical QA

Coordinate Activities of contracted Quality Inspectors which include:

• Labeling compliance
• Leaking Container,
• Box Making
• Sweeping/GMP support
• GMP Inspections
• Daily GMP Walkthrough
• Weekly Glass and Brittle Plastics Inspections

Requirements:

• Two (2) year associates degree in a science related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) or 3-5 years food or beverage manufacturing QA experience working in a production environment
• Follow all company policies, cGMP, Food Safety, FDA, USDA, GFSI, FSMA, OHSA Safety regulations, QMS and SOP / SSOPs.
• Must have strong quality and food safety technical skills and problem solving / organizational skills (cGMPs, basic microbiology including swabbing, IPM, hygienic design, and sanitation).
• Ability to read written Instruction, SOP, SSOP and write production quality reporting on documentation or in computer data base programs
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communication skills including written and verbal communication of technical results
• Demonstrated capacity to excel in a fast-paced work environment
• Proficient in computer processes and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs and walk/stand throughout shift

Key Shills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
• Strong customer interaction skills
• Results oriented and driven to achieve business revenue growth
• High level of professionalism and alignment to ADM values
• Multi-tasking workload
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Teamwork and a collaborative style
• Learning agility and adaptability to change

Working Conditions:

• Employees in this position working at this location are [or may be] exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job.
• If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location, please notify the hiring manager.
• This role does not require travel.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:98878BR

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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