Quality Technician I-2nd shift

MSI Express, Inc; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, Inc in Wisconsin is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure product quality through daily line audits and adherence to customer and regulatory standards. The role focuses on approving batches to run and monitoring core checks across raw materials and finished goods.

The position will perform lab tests such as pH, Brix, DS meter, and sensory audits per SOPs, documenting results and escalating nonconformities promptly.

Qualifications

• Performs daily line audits to verify product quality against standards.
• Operates basic lab tests and testing equipment per SOPs.
• Maintains quality documentation and reports non-conformities promptly.
• Communicates findings to supervision and supports corrective actions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Approve/correct batches and monitor core quality checks.
• Perform laboratory checks following Quality SOPs.
• Notify supervisors when nonconformities are found.
• Conduct pre-ops and preventive control checks.
• Assist in audits of raw materials and finished goods.
• Support line data collection and documentation.

Skills

Lab techniques

Math calculations

Equipment testing

Follow SOPs

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Job Description:Primary purpose of the role:Ensure the quality of the products through daily line audits in order to effectively meet or exceed standards set by MSI Express, the customer, and federal and state compliance. There are certain core requirements that need to be performed to adhere to customer specifications regarding the checking of process and finished product specifications. It is Quality Technician’s function to approve batches to run, and to monitor that these core checks are being performed.Key Accountabilities:Approve/correct batches – A mastery of basic lab techniques such as basic lab skills, ability to use math/formulas, use of testing equipment.Perform lab checks- Quality SOPs are clearly defined and the monitoring of specified items is paramount.Perform pre-ops and Preventive Control (PC) checks.Notification of up line – If a noncompliance is found specific tasks need to be completed per SOP as well as notification to appropriate personnel.Perform all required analytical test per the given procedure *Examples as followed: (VC, Salt, Brix, PH, DS meter, TA, Vit C, compare batch against control and sensory audits).Perform all required physical test of raw material and finished product to assure that they meet the proper customer given procedure.Perform special audits as needed for raw materials or product on hold.This position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence. The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems.Follow all company policies including but not limited to general manufacturing and safety practices.Coach production associates on line data collections.Perform any other duties as instructed by management.Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Ability to work overtime as neededAbility to follow work procedures and safety rulesAbility to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shiftHave appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly use variousequipment and/or toolsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsPass all company testingAbility to follow written directionsBasic computer skillsAbility to read and write effectivelyAbility to process quality documentation accurately and within a timelymannerAbility to work with minimal supervisionEffective communication skillsMSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.