Quality Technician

Agropur; Town of Luxemburg (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company is seeking a Quality Technician for its Luxemburg, WI plant. This role involves monitoring quality parameters and supporting food safety programs. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and knowledge of quality assurance in food manufacturing. Join a team committed to producing award-winning cheeses and ensuring quality standards.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunity for local community engagement

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of production/food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quality assurance procedures and sampling requirements required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various testing including in-line sensory and pH testing.
• Support adherence to GMP and HACCP programs.
• Work with Production to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality assurance procedures

Sampling requirements

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree in Science, Food Science or Chemistry

Job description

Job Type: Regular Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

We are looking for a Quality Technician in Luxemburg, Wisconsin USA. The Quality Technician supports Agropur’s commitment to food safety and quality by monitoring and verifying production parameters in accordance with Quality programs.

What this role is about:

• Perform various testing including in-line sensory testing, in-line titratable acidity testing, in-line pH testing, equipment sponge swabbing, in-line production sampling, etc.

• Support adherence and continuous improvement of pre-requisite programs including GMP’s, training, calibration, pest management, cleaning/sanitation, environmental monitoring, and allergen control.

• Comply with the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) program and help maintain the program in the production facility.

• Work with Production on the Quality Systems during manufacturing process and consult with production to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.

• Actively participate in sustaining all certifications that Agropur Ingredients holds including SQF, NFS, Kosher, Organic, Certified Gluten Free, and Halal.

• Follow through with changes to existing products in response to complaints, customer requests, or cost-saving activity.

• Calculate and review specifications on testing data and enter data into Quality Laboratory Information Management System.

What you need to be a Quality Technician:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate’s Degree in Science, Food Science or Chemistry field preferred.

• Minimum one (1) year of production/food manufacturing experience preferred.

• Knowledge of quality assurance procedures and sampling requirements required.

• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Where you’ll be working:

Our Luxemburg, WI, plant is home to about 170 employees. This facility produces mozzarella and provolone cheese, as well as various whey streams.

Luxemburg is located between Lake Michigan and Green Bay, WI. Luxemburg offers the benefits of small town living while only minutes from a multitude of entertainment options. Luxemburg has many outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, tennis, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Visit the Luxemburg Chamber site http://luxemburgchamber.com for more information on local events.

Agropur’s US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world’s largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.