Safeway is a company focused on quality in the food industry, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the 3rd shift. The role involves sampling, testing, and recording product test results while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Responsible for sampling, testing, plating, reading, and recording product test results
Ensure that daily records are kept and maintained
Data Entry, tracking, and interpretation
Following QC Hold Procedures for out-of-specification products
Must possess the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Will assist in the discipline to maintain a 5-S rating of an "A"
Be flexible in working hours
Equipment calibration and troubleshooting
Perform other duties as assigned
Participate in driving continuous improvement
Must meet with supervisor daily covering any issues associated with production
Monitor all CCP records and frequencies
Follow-up customer complaints and correspond with production
Manage product specifications
Maintain policy and implement policies and procedures including training relating to GMPs, Food Safety, and regulatory compliance
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency
Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and duties as they relate to food safety and regulatory compliance
Qualification
Required
Minimum bachelor's degree (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or related science) with a minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience preferred
Will look at candidate with HS diploma/GED equivalent and 3-5 years laboratory experience
Knowledge of Microbiological, Physical, Chemical, and Organoleptic Testing
Ensure Safeway policies, procedures, and workplace safety is adhered to
Implement Plant Sanitation programs as directed by Quality Management
Evaluate trends from test results and develop plans to correct deficiencies and communicate these plans to employees, and management
Implement quality control processes/testing to meet the expectations of Safeway quality standards and ensure that the product(s) are within specification
Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Utilize and maintain inventory of laboratory and sanitation supplies
Good oral/written communication skills
Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
Proficient in window-based PC programs
Lab Test Equipment/Maintenance
Knowledge of HACCP
Must follow current Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Sanitation Practices, Food Safety, and Occupational Safety
Ability to lift 25lbs
Good Time Management and customer service oriented
Preferred
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