Quality Assurance Technician
JTM Food Group · Harrison, OH ·
- Category
- QA
On-site Quality Assurance Lab Technician / Pre-Op Inspector at JTM Food Group's food manufacturing plant in Harrison, OH (2nd shift, Mon-Fri). The role handles daily thermometer/scale calibration, pre-operational inspections, ATP/allergen/environmental swabbing, testing record-keeping, and auditor support to maintain GMP, USDA, and BRC food-safety compliance.
POSITION: QUALITY ASSURANCE LAB TECHNICIAN / PRE-OP INSPECTOR
SHIFTS: 2nd Shift - 4:00 pm - 1:30 am (Monday - Friday)
REPORTS TO: SUPERVISOR - QUALITY ASSURANCE
BENEFITS & PERKS – QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
- Top Work Place Winner
- Weekly Pay
- Free Meal Buffet, Discount on JTM Products
- Free Uniforms, Shoe Allowance
- Free Gym Membership, Free Health Screenings
- Full Medical Benefits
- 401K/ Profit Sharing
- Generous PTO
- Bonus Potential (Referral Bonus & Years of Service Bonus)
SCOPE - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
Provides administrative and clerical support to the QA Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
- Performs daily thermometer and scale calibration verification. Record keeping and logging.
- Performs pre-operational inspections on complex machinery.
- Performs ATP swabbing and maintains the program.
- Performs allergen swabbing and maintains the program.
- Assists in Environmental swabbing.
- Performs any other task assigned to the QA dept lab techs.
- Maintain and organize results from fat and moisture testing, proof spreadsheet, and email to the required group.
- Maintains Foreign Materials log and spreadsheet.
- Review and log APTEAN quality records daily for failed tests or other trends.
- Reviewing Records with external auditors within areas of responsibility.
- Carrying out other support functions and activities as required.
- Maintains Foreign Materials log and spreadsheet
- Carrying out other support functions and activities as required.
SUCCESS CRITERIA - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
- Safety/GMP/Food Safety/Quality policies followed
- BRC Compliance
- Reporting accuracy
- Customer requirements met
- Attendance requirements met
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food industry
- Experience in Quality Assurance
- Ability to read and interpret Laboratory instructions and procedure manuals.
- Knowledge of GMP's, USDA, and OSHA regulations and BRC requirements.
- Must be trained in chemical usage and hazard communication.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
- Must be able to work in 36–40-degree temperature facility.
- Strong sense of urgency
- Skill in using a personal computer and various software applications.
- Skill in being a self-starter.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- This position is onsite.
PHYSICAL/ENVIROMENTAL FACTORS: - QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
- Repetitive hand motions, reaching, and lifting to 50 lbs.
- Stand and walk on most of the shift.
- Frequently stoop, kneel, crawl, twist, bend, and lift various weights as needed.
- Frequently climb ladders, steep inclines, and enter confined spaces.
- Exposure to cold, humid environments with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees.
- Exposure to noise levels greater than 85 decibels
- Exposure to strong odors, including ammonia.
- Exposure to slippery and wet conditions
*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets. We participate in EVerify.