Quality Technician- 3rd Shift

Conagra Brands; Milton (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Quality Technician for the 3rd Shift in Milton, PA. The role involves conducting tests on products to ensure quality and evaluation of samples. Candidates need a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and experience in quality control. Join a team focused on quality and safety in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Wellness incentive program

Career development opportunities

Paid-time off and parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Bonus incentive opportunity

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related work experience.
• Basic microbial knowledge helpful.
• Ability to interpret graphs and read measurements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine tests on in-process samples and finished products.
• Maintain appropriate records and inform personnel of non-conforming products.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Ability to read, write and speak fluent English

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

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Quality Technician- 3rd Shift

Apply locations Milton, Pennsylvania time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago job requisition id Req-033548

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the QA Manager, be responsible for running both routine and non-routine tests on in-process samples, finished product, ingredients, and manufacturing supplies to determine the quality and acceptability of each material. Responsible for storing and evaluating samples in compliance with the sample retain program. Responsible for maintaining appropriate records of analyses and informing supervisory and production personnel of any non- conforming product, in processing material and ingredients.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine tests on in-process samples, finished product, ingredients and manufacturing supplies.
• Perform special tests and projects related to the operation as required.
• Use, maintain, troubleshoot, and do minor repairs on standard laboratory apparatus for performing routine and non-routine analyses.
• Compare test results and disseminate information as required.
• Input data into computer for the purpose of maintaining a permanent record of all finished analyses, out-of-specification report, and end of the month report.
• Compare test results with current specifications and advises supervisory and production personnel of problems and/or out-of-code situations. Make recommendations as to cause and resolution of problem.
• Evaluate results and independently ensure accuracy before alerting supervisory and production personnel.
• Follow inventory of necessary chemicals and equipment, make out orders for timely replacement or repair.
• Work with production on solution to problems, including audit of quality performance by operators.
• Maintain high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping in the laboratory work area.
• Prepare standard solutions for running routine and non-routine tests.
• Perform related analyses and assignments as required.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits of operations and warehouse areas
• Works with operations personnel on quality and safety issue

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years related work experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Ability to interpret graphs and read measurements.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic microbial knowledge helpful.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last Modified: October 2016

Compensation:

Pay Range:$42,000-$55,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity.Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: G reat pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: P aid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye , Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

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