Quality Control Technician

Saputo; Gustine (CA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Saputo is seeking a Quality Control Technician to act as the on-shift SME for production quality. The role monitors production areas, samples materials, and analyzes results against specifications.

You will document deviations, support CAPA actions, and maintain comprehensive QC records while ensuring compliance with QA procedures and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in Food or Dairy Science and has experience with dairy product testing, GMP/HACCP knowledge,

Formación

• Associate degree in Food or Dairy Science.
• Experience with QA/QC, testing, and compliance is preferred.
• Ability to pass regulatory certifications as required.

Responsabilidades

• Collects samples and performs physical and analytical testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished dairy products according to guidelines.
• Performs microbiological sampling and testing of dairy products.
• Identify and communicate out-of-spec results and follow notification protocols.
• Routinely collect product samples from production lines and maintain QC records.
• Calibrate and maintain lab testing equipment and prepare stock solutions.
• Perform environmental swabbing and report deviations; support audits and recalls.
• Prepare production records and certificates of analysis as required.

Conocimientos

Math skills

Verbal and written communication

Quality control knowledge

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Educación

Associate's Degree in Food or Dairy Science

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

The Quality Control Technician's responsibilities as the subject matter expert of the production shift and actively monitors production areas to inspect product quality, sample and analyze against established specification and controls. Documents and reports any or potential quality deviation, and recommend corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Collects samples and perform physical analytical sampling and testing of raw ingredients, packaging materials and finished goods dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results.
• Perform microbiological/bacteriological sampling and testing of dairy food products in accordance with established guidelines. Ability to apply and interpret results.
• Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification analytical test results. Follow established notification protocol.
• Routinely collect product samples from production lines as outlined by testing requirements.
• Exceptional organizational skills in order to maintain all QC records and filing.
• Accurately and neatly complete analytical testing documents and enter data into system.
• Ability to prepare various stock solutions used in the laboratory.
• Calibrate and maintain all lab testing equipment.
• Perform environmental control swabbing after clean-up and CIP/SIP. Report any deviations.
• Knowledge of consumer complaint investigation process.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Support mock and product recall program guidelines.
• Prepare and process production records to isolate any out of specification product including any product deviations from standard, on-hold, regulatory holds, etc.
• Prepare and distribute customer certificates of analysis.
• Must be proficient with all quality control functions throughout the facility.
• Must be able to complete, pass and maintain specific State regulatory licensing/certificate requirements (CDFA, DFA Appendix N, Good Laboratory Practices).
• Perform good laboratory housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP's).
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Company Values.
• Work together professionally with co-workers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.

Job Requirements

Associate's Degree with a concentration in Food or Dairy Science, preferred. Previous experience with food quality specifications, physical and analytical testing, process control monitoring and positive release documentation or similar experience with strict adherence to protocol is preferred. Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required. An working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.) Ability to pass and successfully maintain regulatory certification, as required. Strong math skills. Strong computer and business skills (SAP, Microsoft Office products, email, copy, scanning) Strong verbal and written communication skills, in English.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), prolonged periods of standing/walking. Bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
• Good visual acuity with the ability to see and differentiate color.
• Sensory health, ability to taste, smell and evaluate odors and flavors.
• Physical lifting up to 50-lbs intermittently throughout shift.
• Physical lifting up to 50-lbs with assistance.
• Shift flexibility. This is a support role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our quality technicians are assigned to a team on shifts, 24/7 operation to support manufacturing. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or quality related events such as audits.

Hourly rate $32.41

Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants