Quality Control Technician (1st Shift)

OSI Group; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

401k with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Job summary

OSI Group in Kokomo, IN is seeking a diligent production line auditor to ensure products meet specifications and GMP procedures. You will perform line audits, record temperatures, weights, and test results, and help maintain sanitation and safety standards.

Overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package accompany this full-time role, with opportunities for professional development and employee recognition for consistent attendance and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3 months of on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products and record results.
• Audit metal detectors using standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test.
• Perform line audits and record speed, temperature, weights.
• Weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and air plates; package with instructions and send to lab.
• Gather cooked and raw product samples per shift for lab testing.

Skills

On-the-job training

Job description

Perform a variety of line audits and tests during production to ensure that product is being made within specification and that proper production and sanitary procedures are being followed.

Job Responsibilities

• Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.
• Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.
• Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.
• Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.
• Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.
• Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.
• Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.
• Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.
• Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.
• Perform hourly piece count of packed box.
• Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.
• Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Keep assigned area clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• 3 months of on the job training.

Benefits

This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.