Quality Assurance Technician - On Site - MO

Vensure Employer Solutions; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician to ensure that products meet safety and quality standards. This role involves conducting inspections, testing samples, and monitoring production processes to comply with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of food safety laws. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and safety, and contribute to the production of high-quality food products in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in quality assurance or food safety.
• Knowledge of HACCP and GMPs is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of raw materials and finished products.
• Monitor food production processes for compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Food Science

Experience in Quality Assurance

Tools

Laboratory Testing Equipment

Quality Control Instruments

Job description

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducting Inspections:
• QA technician performs routine inspections of raw materials, ingredients, and finished products to ensure they meet the required specifications.
• Testing Samples:
• They collect and test product samples for quality control purposes, checking factors like taste, texture, appearance, and nutritional content.
• Monitoring Processes:
• QA Tech monitor food production processes to ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., temperature, cleanliness, and hygiene practices).
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, and production processes, ensuring all data is up-to-date and compliant with regulations.
• Corrective Actions:
• If any issues are identified, they work with production teams to implement corrective actions and improve processes to prevent future problems.
• Internal Audits:
• QA Tech may conduct internal audits to assess adherence to company standards, ISO certifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Training Staff:
• They may assist in training production staff on best practices for food safety and quality standards.
• Reporting Issues:
• QA Tech identify any non-compliance or issues and report them to supervisors or management, helping to ensure the production of safe and high-quality food products.
• Equipment Calibration:
• Ensuring that equipment used in testing and production is calibrated correctly and functioning within specifications.
• Safety and Cleanliness:
• Maintain a clean and safe working area. Following all safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensuring compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Attention to Detail: Essential for identifying inconsistencies or deviations in product quality.
• Communication Skills: For reporting issues and working with production teams.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify root causes of quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations: Understanding of food safety laws and standards, like FDA, USDA, and FSMA.
• Physical Requirements
• Communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
• Be independently mobile.
• Use a computer and keyboard.
• Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, bend, for extended periods.
• Ability to lift/carry 25 to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to noise levels that require hearing protection.

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience Requirements:
• 1-3 Years of Experience in quality assurance, food safety, or production in the food industry.
• Experience in performing inspections, conducting tests, and understanding food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMPs) is highly valued.
• Specific Skills or Certifications:
• HACCP Certification (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
• Experience in BRC certified plant.
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) knowledge.
• Additional Experience:
• Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment or quality control instruments is a plus