Quality Assurance Technician
HRmango, West Valley City, UT, United States
Quality Assurance Specialist
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure that our production processes and products meet the highest food safety and quality standards. This role is essential in supporting our Safe Quality Food (SQF) System and production process controls.
Key Responsibilities:
*Product Analysis: Conduct analytical testing of products and raw materials; sample during the process, perform QA/QC tests, and coordinate sensory analysis.
*Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, including creating and updating training manuals.
*Quality Audits: Conduct quality audits, evaluate test data, verify deviations, and review Certificates of Analysis (COA).
*Non-Conforming Products: Identify and manage non-conforming products according to company quality standards.
*Continuous Improvement: Initiate and support projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
*SOP Development: Assist in creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures relevant to production processes.
*Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate records of test results and quality data.
*Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain inventory levels of quality-related materials.
*Training: Assist with orientation and training for new employees on quality processes.
Food Safety Responsibilities:
*Regulatory Compliance: Follow all Plant, State, and Federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF.
*GMP Adherence: Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices within the plant.
*Product Monitoring: Conduct monitoring activities to verify that finished products meet food safety and quality standards.
*System Review: Participate in annual reviews of the food safety system and assist in system maintenance.
Qualifications:
*Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in food science or a related field, with at least two years of relevant experience.
*Technical Knowledge: Expertise in GMP, HACCP, SQF, quality systems, SOPs, testing methods, and sensory evaluation.
*Language Skills: Fluency in English (written and spoken); Spanish is a plus.
Physical Demands:
*Must be able to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
*This role involves work across various factory areas, the office, and the laboratory, with some exposure to high noise levels.
If you're passionate about food safety and quality and enjoy a hands-on, collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and help us uphold our commitment to excellence.