Quality Control Technician

Newly Weds Foods- Erlanger, KY; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing seeks a Quality Control Technician responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards on all finished products. This role involves evaluating product quality, performing required analyses, and communicating quality issues effectively. Ideal candidates have strong problem-solving skills and a background in quality control, particularly in the food industry.

Benefits

Shift Differential

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of quality control / assurance work experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during the shift.
• Must lift 50 pounds and have flexibility to work overtime/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate finished products for quality and acceptability.
• Communicate product quality issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Perform analysis required according to product specifications.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Quality Control Analysis Equipment

English Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring NWF’s quality and safety standards on all finished products.

Shift Differential offered.

Essential Functions :

• Evaluates finished products for quality and acceptability.
• Performs all necessary analysis as required, according to the product specification.
• Communicates product quality issues to Production Supervisors, Production Managers, and the QC Manager, as well as supervisor, shipping, and customer service staff.
• Logs all analysis test results and batch information in the I-Series (AS400) and maintains analysis records and documents necessary for documentation compliance.
• Monitors line equipment for functionality, safety, and cleanliness.
• Checks metal detectors (CCP), magnets, and scales, and performs critical control point & GMP audits.
• Assists in all foreign material & product non-conformance investigations.
• Performs batch set-up checks, assists in correcting the setups, and logs discrepancies.
• Places product on hold as necessary and releases it when appropriate.
• Rejects product as necessary and completes rejection forms including root cause and corrective action analysis.
• Checks allergen cleanout effectiveness as needed.
• Performs Pre-Op audits when necessary (e.g., equipment down for maintenance).
• Performs production scale checks and lab equipment calibration based on the calibration schedule.
• Collects micro samples as needed and places micro hold products on hold.
• Performs special tasks as assigned by the QC manager.
• Maintains retain sample area and control sample file.
• Follows all GMPs and Safety Procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of quality control / assurance work experience; preferably in food manufacturing.
• Ability to use quality control analysis equipment.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Mathematical Skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during the shift.
• Ability to climb ladders to work platforms.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must have the flexibility to work overtime and/or weekends.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from NWF.

Newly Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.