Responsibilities:

Performs daily pre-operation checks, which include proper cleaning and reporting any maintenance concerns to the Maintenance departmentPerforms quality assurance checks by enforcing GMPs, SOPs, safety policies and HACCPCollects packages and performs tests associated with critical control point (CCP) for products such as weight, time, temperature, verifications of package code dates and magnet checksTakes the temperature of all coolers and freezers; calibrates all thermometers on a regular basisPrints labels required for production; verifies ingredients and packaging materials are in accordance to product specificationsConducts product label and raw material label auditsPlaces product on hold if it fails to meet specificationsPerforms mock recalls on ingredients, packaging and finished productsPrepares new items for testing and performs sensory testing; determines appropriate heat/temperature settings for new products and records results accordinglyDocuments and maintains concise and accurate records of daily quality inspection forms; reviews paperwork and ensures it has been completed properlyFollows and adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices, Company protocols and applicable governmental food safety programs and procedures, e.g., SQF, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)Maintains list of allergens to avoid contamination of productsMaintains a clean and orderly work area; ensures equipment is clean and ready for useOperates and monitors proper functioning of equipment; follows safety procedures when operating equipment, and properly sanitizes equipment and work area during and after useWears the applicable personal protective equipment (PPE)Demonstrates a high value for health, environment, safety and security issues, initiatives and programs in both personal and organizational responsibilitiesIntegrates health, environment, safety and security into day-to-day job performanceReports food safety and quality problems to direct supervisor immediatelyAttends quality assurance meetings as neededCompletes other duties as assigned by Management

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED

Experience Requirements:

2+ years of experience with the Company or prior quality assurance experience preferred

Skill Requirements:

Excellent communication skills and the ability to read EnglishBasic math skills and knowledge of Word, Excel, and other MS Office suite applicationsAbility to operate pallet jacksAbility to work in environment containing allergens (nuts, milk, wheat, etc.)Ability to perform repeated bending, standing, reaching, climbing, twisting/turning, pushing/pulling, squatting/kneeling/stooping, walking and grasping for an extended period of timeAbility to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds