Quality Assurance Technician

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package , including:

Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity 401(k) with Company Contributions Medical, Dental, and Vision Effective Day 1 Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays

Paid Parental Leave Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement Work Flexibility Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

This position will provide administrative, scheduling and maintenance of systems within the Quality Assurance Department. Key role in assisting with CAPA investigations and effectiveness. Participates in improvement projects and activities in the department to help meet plant goals in Quality.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

College Diploma/Degree or 3+ years related work experience required

Must be PCQI certified

Must have Food Defense Awareness training certificate

Hazard Analysis & HACCP training certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work in team environment, but able to work alone on specific projects

Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Excellent oral, written and computer communication skills

Understanding and application of Ajinomoto QMS policies, procedures, & job instructions

Ability to use applicable software programs

Must be willing to work overtime as needed

Excellent networking skills and professional communication within the plant, within corporate, and with outside vendors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fast paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working in office, lab & plant settings. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting or standing, repetitive use of hands and arms, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day.
• Walking required, usually Responsibilities

  Annual Document Review

  Ensures reassessments are being completed on time

  Schedule/Assist with Monthly Sanitation Audits

  Ensure sanitation audit findings are closed on time

  Assist with internal auditor training

  Schedule Monthly & Quarterly Quality Management System Review Meetings (QMSRM)

  Create and share agendas for monthly & quarterly QMSRM

  Compile all documentation associated with the QMSRM

  Present information for monthly & quarterly QMSRM

  Create and share meeting minutes for monthly & quarterly QMSRM

  Complete training for QMSRM items

  Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA)

  Initiate Corrective Action Requests (CARs), Preventative Action Requests (PARs), and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) as requested

  Maintain CAPA logs

  Collect updates related to CAPA status

  Ensure CAPA items are complete prior to closing

  Aid in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and determining effectiveness

  Assist with QA compliance items

  Communicate items due each month

  Communicate status of compliance activities

  Ensure compliance calendar activities are complete each month

  New Hire Training Document Control

  Process/file document changes (DCNs)

  Ensure details such as revision number, document number, required approvers, and date are accurate

  Ensure training for all new/revised documents is complete when required

  Ensure master document logs are kept up to date

  Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

  Participate in CI activities and improvement projects

  Salary Range 26.00 EEO Statement

  Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.