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Hanover Foods

QA INSPECTOR C - 3rd Shift

Hanover Foods, Centre Hall, Pennsylvania, United States, 16828


Description

SUMMARY OF POSITIONResponsible for performing a variety of functions in the Plant and Laboratory to locate, report and initiate action to correct any factors that affect product quality, plant sanitation and housekeeping. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSReports to: QA Supervisor Supervises:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts daily finished product grading per specifications:- Notifies Production when product does not meet specification.

- Maintains a positive working relationship with Production and the Warehouse.

Monitors/documents critical control points (blanching, metal detection, pH) at prescribed frequencies based on the current HACCP plan for the product being produced,Conducts raw material raw grade inspections as required by the specifications.Conducts incoming ingredients and packaging material inspections for possible contamination and maintains adequate records as required.Collects samples during production, as required, for micro testing, cutting bees, retention samples or outside customers.Works closely with USDA Inspectors and customer representatives, as required.Becomes familiar with food safety, quality and procedural requirements of customers, USDA grade standards, and Hanover's specifications.Responsible for the execution of food safety, legality, and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMPS's, HACCP, food safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.Maintains good housekeeping and general appearance of the Laboratory.Adheres to common safety practices and procedures.Performs other assignments as required by the Quality Assurance Manager and/or Supervisor.

Conducts pre-op inspections to evaluate sanitary conditions of equipment and environment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.The ability to work cooperatively with others.The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.The ability to perform several tasks at once.The ability to follow direction or instruction.The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.The ability to lift and movepounds.The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.

Constantly - occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Frequently - occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hours/day)

Occasionally - occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Not Applicable - activity is not applicable to this occupation.

Physical DemandsStand ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Walk ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Sit Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable Handling/Fingering ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Reach Outward ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Reach Above Shoulder ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Climb Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable Crawl Constantly Frequently OccasionallyxNot Applicable Squat or Kneel ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Bend ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Lift/Carry10 lbs. or lessxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable 11 to 20 lbs. ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable 21 to 50 lbs. ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable 51 to 100 lbs. Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable Over 100 lbs. Constantly Frequently OccasionallyxNot Applicable

Push/Pull12 lbs. or less ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable 13 to 25 lbs. Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable 26 to 40 lbs. Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable 41 to 100 lbs. Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable

Environmental FactorsExtreme Cold (non-weather) ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable Extreme Heat (non-weather) Constantly FrequentlyxOccasionally Not Applicable Loud Noise Level ConstantlyxFrequently Occasionally Not Applicable

OtherAbility to ReadxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Speak EnglishxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Understand Verbal DirectionsxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Report to Work RegularlyxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Report to Work on TimexConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable Ability to Work SafelyxConstantly Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Safety Sensitive JobxYES NO