Quality Technician - 3rd Shift (WI)

Golden Pet Manufacturing®; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

6 paid sick and mental health days

3.5% 401k match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Company events and team activities

Charity sponsorships donations

Job summary

Golden Pet Manufacturing in Richfield, WI is seeking a Quality Technician to join our QA team on the 3rd shift (10pm–6:30am). You will inspect lines, calibrate instruments, test materials, and document findings to ensure GMP adherence.

Responsibilities include sampling and testing, root cause analysis for deviations and customer complaints, and supporting internal GMP audits. Preferred candidates have 1+ year QA experience and familiarity with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in quality assurance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google suites.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems is preferred.
• Bachelor's in food, biology or chemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspection and verification of manufacturing lines, equipment and processes throughout the plant based on agreed upon schedule; complete documentation when complete
• Perform instrument calibrations as needed (thermometers, gauges, lab equipment, etc.)
• Sampling and testing of raw materials, materials in progress, and finished goods; identify non-conforming material (NCM) and assist with the NCM process
• Help maintain library of retained samples to assist with material approvals and complaint investigations
• Regularly interact with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Sanitation and Logistic employees and supervisors to provide useful feedback on quality-related issues or concerns
• Verify the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are being met throughout the manufacturing plant and its processes
• Lead environmental swabbing program to ensure pathogen control
• Assist in monthly internal GMP audits to include documentation and corrective actions
• Participate in the shelf life monitoring program
• Lead the collection, analysis, summary and reporting of data in an appropriate format
• Investigate issues or potential issues and work with relevant parties to perform root cause analysis for deviations and customer complaints
• Willing to occasionally help on other shifts when vacations or emergency situations arise
• Assist in the design and implementation of processes and procedures within the Quality Assurance department
• Participate in cross-functional team collaboration to assure effective implementation and adherence of Quality Assurance initiatives and continuous improvement
• Assist Quality Supervisor in the training of new Quality Technicians

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

At Golden Pet Manufacturing, we are proud to be at the forefront of changing the future of pet food by creating the most nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced, and practical solutions to pet parents everywhere. Watch our new company video to learn more!
We’re Looking For A: Quality Technician
Location: Richfield, WI
Shift: 3rd (10pm - 6:30am)
What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform regular inspection and verification of manufacturing lines, equipment and processes throughout the plant based on agreed upon schedule; complete documentation when complete
• Perform instrument calibrations as needed (thermometers, gauges, lab equipment, etc.)
• Sampling and testing of raw materials, materials in progress, and finished goods; identify non-conforming material (NCM) and assist with the NCM process
• Help maintain library of retained samples to assist with material approvals and complaint investigations
• Regularly interact with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Sanitation and Logistic employees and supervisors to provide useful feedback on quality-related issues or concerns
• Verify the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are being met throughout the manufacturing plant and its processes
• Lead environmental swabbing program to ensure pathogen control
• Assist in monthly internal GMP audits to include documentation and corrective actions
• Participate in the shelf life monitoring program
• Lead the collection, analysis, summary and reporting of data in an appropriate format
• Investigate issues or potential issues and work with relevant parties to perform root cause analysis for deviations and customer complaints
• Willing to occasionally help on other shifts when vacations or emergency situations arise
• Assist in the design and implementation of processes and procedures within the Quality Assurance department
• Participate in cross-functional team collaboration to assure effective implementation and adherence of Quality Assurance initiatives and continuous improvement
• Assist Quality Supervisor in the training of new Quality Technicians

Preferred Qualifications (Note: These are preferred and not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in quality assurance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google programs
• Understanding of food safety and quality systems and manufacturing processes and technologies (preferred)
• Bachelor\'s degree in food, biological or chemical science field (preferred)

Golden Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date.
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
• Tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.
• Company events, like our team picnics and ice cream socials, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.