Quality Control Technician - 3rd Shift

NEWLY WEDS FOODS - GERALD, MO

"COME GROW WITH US!"

Quality Control Technician - 3rd Shift (11pm-7am)

Essential Duties of the position include the following :

Evaluates finished products for quality and acceptability.

Performs all necessary analysis as required and according to product specifications.

Communicates product quality issues to Production Supervisors, Production Managers, QC Manager, Shipping personnel and Customer Service.

Logs all analysis test results and batch information in the I-Series (AS400) and maintains analysis records and documents necessary for documentation compliance.

Monitors line equipment for functionality, safety and cleanliness.

Checks metal detectors (CCP), magnets, scales and performs critical control point and GMP audits.

Assist in all foreign material and product non-conformance investigations.

Performs batch set-up checks, assists in correcting the set ups, and logs descrepancies.

Places product on hold as necessary and release when appropriate.

Rejects product as necessary and completes rejection forms including root cause and corrective action anlysis.

Checks allergen clean out effectiveness as needed.

Perform Pre-Op audit when necessary (example : equipment down for maintenance).

Performs production scale checks and lab equipment calibration based on calibration schedule.

Collect micro samples as needed and places micro hold products on hold.

Performs special tasks assigned by the Quality Control Manager.

Maintains retain sample area and control sample file.

Follows ALL Newly Weds Foods GMP's and Safety / Sanitation Procedures.

Hours may vary including possible shift change.  This is dependent on plant and production needs.

Must be able to work overtime when needed on any shift.

Minimum Qualifications :

H.S. OR equivalent with 1-2 years related work experience.

Highly motivated individual that is committed to the responsibilities of the job.

Great work ethic.   Great communication skills.

Ability to use Quality Control analysis equipment preferred.

Mathematical Skills

Computer skills and Data Processing skills REQUIRED

Ability to climb ladders and work on platforms

Able to lift 50 lbs.