Aerotek
Job Title: Quality Assurance TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Quality Assurance Technician ensures that the plant complies with food regulatory requirements and reports any deficiencies or practices that could compromise food safety, quality, and defense.ResponsibilitiesMonitor production conditions, specifications, process controls, and tracking controls.Maintain wash line concentrations.Monitor and verify checks on existing production control forms, ensuring all program requirements are met.Collect environmental swabs, air sampling dishes, and lab retain samples.Monitor all Critical Control Points (CCPs) on-line and take corrective actions when necessary to assist in determining root causes and developing preventative action plans.Check pH levels, temperature, and brix of each batch of juice produced, ensuring they are within product specifications.Conduct and document Facility Operation Inspections and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).Perform Standard Sanitation Operational Procedures (SSOPs) verification and ATP swabs.Track non-conforming products and their dispositions.Perform pre-operational inspection procedures of all production/bottling equipment and facility.Perform equipment calibrations and make necessary adjustments.Assist with testing food products to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.Conduct inventory checks (ATP swabs, charts, forms, etc.).Ensure volumes, torques, and bottle weights are within product specifications.Complete and enter all pallet tags and CCP forms for production and bottling into the database.Record cycles and verify that all High-Pressure Processing (HPP) settings and information are correct.Perform metal mesh and magnet inspections.Verify that production lot codes, labels, mold numbers, and packaging are within product specifications.Perform lab duties as necessary.Verify shipping and receiving procedures.Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines while in the plant.Regular and reliable attendance.Essential SkillsProficiency in Excel data entry.Ability to multitask and pay attention to detail.Strong communication skills.Experience with GMP, inspection, and FDA regulations.1-2 years of Quality Assurance experience preferred.1-2 years of food industry experience preferred.Knowledge of food safety regulations preferred.Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.Spanish language skills are a plus.Strong leadership, computer, and critical thinking skills.Ability to adapt to constant changes.Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in food manufacturing, line cooking, or production.Strong soft skills.Ability to meet deadlines, which may require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours.Why Work Here?Upon conversion, we offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other ancillary benefits. Our employees enjoy a matching 401k plan, vacation, sick, and holiday time off. Plus, you get free juice!Work EnvironmentAll work is performed on the production floor, which may be wet or dry with temperatures as low as 35°F, similar to a cold room at Costco. We currently have 32 team members in QA throughout the plant.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oceanside, California.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.50/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: •Medical, dental & vision•Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital•401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available•Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)•Short and long-term disability•Health Spending Account (HSA)•Transportation benefits•Employee Assistance Program•Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Oceanside,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2025.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.