Quality Assurance Technician

Audit line internal temperature of cooked products; record.

Audit metal detectors with the use of standards; if detector is faulty, retain product and re-test product made since last successful test.

Perform line audits, recording speed, temperature, weights.

Perform weekly swabs of equipment/gloves and plates of air; package with instructions and send to lab.

Once per shift, gather cooked and raw product samples to send to lab with testing instructions.

Maintain and test shelf life samples; perform organoleptic duties.

Inspect code dates on bags, boxes, and cases based on product specification and production schedule.

Inspect and record cooler and freezer temperatures.

Cook samples 2-3 times per shift from all lines.

Perform hourly piece count of packed box.

Calibrate scales and thermometers daily.

Complete paperwork on employee sanitation compliance.

Follow all safety rules.

Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).

Keep assigned area clean.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

3 months of on the job training.