Quality Assurance Technician - 12 Months Contract

Job Overview:

QA Technician is responsible for the quality of the product and packaging that is sold to consumers. The successful candidate will focus on quality of the production process, maintenance of standard processes to prevent adulteration or contamination of product, testing of product attributes and packaging integrity, regulatory compliance, and facility sanitation. The will also provide direction to hourly and salaried lab technicians and sanitation workers.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership in the areas of food safety and quality systems
Ability to provide leadership to the to the plant on all product safety programs and issues
Accountable for product quality by conducting regular checks as per procedure and educating production personnel on product quality standards (if needed).
Accountable for ingredient and packaging meeting specifications prior to use in production
Responsible for food safety within the facility
Responsible to follow Give and Go’s quality and food safety standards
Analyze and maintain the quality of all products, as per set procedures
Performs audits to assure compliance to GMP and company standards
Responsible for ensuring the highest level in product and package quality while operating within product usage and budgetary guidelines
Work as a role model for safety in the workplace
Responsible for recommending changes in manufacturing practices and or production flow to ensure product safety
Perform other duties as assigned.

Recipe for Success:

Associate’s or Bachelors degree or Diploma in food science, Microbiology or related discipline
1-3 years quality assurance experience in food manufacturing is a must
Proven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, delegate and follow-up
Demonstrated ability to identify potential issues and resolve complex problems
High personal energy level/resilient in nature
High degree of emotional maturity and integrity
Superior leadership skills along with strong written and verbal communication skills

Skills Required:

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to work independently for majority of the day
Fast paced environment
Must have reliable transportation to travel within Give & Go plant locations