Quality Auditor 2nd Shift

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Link Snacks in Wisconsin is seeking a Quality Assurance/Control associate to support GMP, SOP, and SQF compliance. You will perform plant-wide audits, document deviations, and run quality inspections on products, entering data in electronic forms and handwritten logs.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work the 4:30 pm–3:00 am shift, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 years related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge and experience in Quality Systems, production, and warehouse desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, SOP, SQF, and prerequisite programs; observe and coach for compliance.
• Perform pre-op and production-related duties as scheduled.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Record deviations and inform supervisor.
• Close out hold tags and report missing ones.
• Perform quality inspections and enter data.
• Implement corrective actions on deviations found during inspections.

Skills

Quality control

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Manhattan SCALE

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands: Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s™ Organic Snacks, Golden Island®, BiFi®, Peperami® and KOOEE! to name a few, there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

We offer:

• A passionate team
• Strong family values
• Career opportunities with a goal to promote from within
• Competitive pay including a bonus plan
• Great benefits including a medical plan, dental plan and vision plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Discounted product

Job Description

Hours: Monday -Thursday 4:30 pm-3 am

Summary:

The incumbent supports implementation of GMP, SOP, SQF, and performs plant-wide auditing functions. Completes documentation and carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Safety:

• Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/supervisor/manager.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
• Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards.

Communication

• Communicate with coworkers and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
• Keep lead/supervisor informed daily of problems incurred during the shift.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.

Duties

• Follow good manufacturing practices and FSQ training, along with company SOP’s. Observe team members to ensure compliance; coach as necessary.
• Perform pre-op – depending on time, scheduling and production.
• Review of documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Record deviations/issues into compliance tracker and inform lead/supervisor
• Review/Close out hold tags as necessary- list should be printed off daily, hold tags must be accounted for; report missing hold tags to lead/supervisor.
• GMP, SOP, SQF, Prerequisite program maintenance - accuracy, completeness, implementation; aligned with review of production paperwork, verifications, calibrations, and counseling, etc.
• Perform quality inspections on products and enter data into electronic forms/hand written form.
• Implement corrective actions on deviations found during quality inspections.

General

• Must demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real - Relationship Driven – Stewardship - Speed Matters - Self Discipline - Show Awesome Character.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adhere to all company personnel policies.
• Superior accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and experience in Quality Systems, production, and warehouse are desirable to perform the duties of this position.

Additional Skills Preferred:

• Knowledge of quality control procedures.
• Ability to calibrate delicate instruments and take accurate readings on fine gauges.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, materials, and/or Manufacturing preferred.

Language Skills/ Mathematical Skills/ Reasoning Ability

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and/or maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of SAP and Manhattan SCALE preferred. Working knowledge of computers and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands

Stand - C (Constantly) - Lift/Carry - Up to 10 lbs O - (Occasionally)

Walk - C (Constantly) - Lift/Cary - Up to 25 lbs - O (Occasionally)

Sit - O (Occasionally) - Lift/Carry - Up to 50 lbs - O (Occasionally)

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - C (Constantly) - Lift/Carry - Up to 100 lbs - O (Occasionally)

Reach with hands and arms - O (Occasionally) - Left/Carry - Over 100 lbs N - (Not Applicable)

Bend, kneel, squat, or crawl - O (Occasionally) - Push/Pull

Climb or Balance - O (Occasionally) - Lift/Carry - Up to 10 lbs - O (Occasionally)

Talk or Hear - C (Constantly) - Lift/Carry - Up to 25 lbs - O (Occasionally)

Taste or Smell - O (Occasionally) - Lift/Carry - Up to 50 lbs - O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Additional Information

The starting rate for this role is $17.00 - $20.00 (Hourly). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify Jack Link's provides the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I‑9. In order to determine whether Form I‑9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that your employer has violated its responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1‑800‑255‑7688 (TDD: 1‑800‑237‑2515).