Quality Technician: Food Safety & Process Improvement

FactoryFix; Howard (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking team members to uphold the highest quality and safety standards in our bottling facility. You will participate in QA activities, assist with production batching, calibrate equipment, collect samples, and conduct tests to ensure specifications are met.

The role requires reading and communicating in English, the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and adherence to GMP policies.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shift (days or nights) on a rotating schedule
• Must follow GMP policy - wear company issued shirt, hat, safety glasses, earplugs and hairnet in production areas.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all parameters of food safety and quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the facility.
• Assist with batching chemicals/ingredients for production.
• Calibrate lab and line equipment for accurate results.
• Collect in-process and finished product samples.
• Conduct standardized qualitative and quantitative testing to ensure it meets specifications.
• Perform aseptic testing for microbial contamination.
• Follow protocols for documenting testing results.
• Recognize deficiencies and initiate proper follow-up.
• Identify and isolate product that does not meet standards.
• Aid in troubleshooting deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Review food safety and quality records.
• Actively participate in plant teams (HACCP, Safety, etc.)
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

HACCP certification

Job description

Niagara Bottling is seeking team members to uphold the highest quality and safety standards in our bottling facility. You will participate in QA activities, assist with production batching, calibrate equipment, collect samples, and conduct tests to ensure specifications are met.

The role requires reading and communicating in English, the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and adherence to GMP policies.