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QC Technician II (First Shift) Jobs in Grand Island, NY at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Quality & Food Safety Assistant
About Twin City Foods, Inc
Twin City Foods is a leading Frozen Vegetable Producer committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and sustainably sourced frozen vegetables to consumers worldwide. With a focus on innovation, quality assurance, and environmental responsibility, we have established ourselves as a key player in the frozen food industry. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an energetic and qualified Quality & Food Safety Assistant to take our team to the next level of excellence we are striving for.
What We’re Looking For:
We are currently hiring a full-time non-exempt (eligible for overtime) Quality & Food Safety Assistant. This position organizes and assists the QA & Food Safety Manager with audits, training, and record keeping to ensure the consistent quality production of all products in compliance with company and customer standards, and Federal/State regulations in a cost-effective manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviews and maintains quality standard records on- a- daily basis. Assists with FDA and regulatory audits. Assists QA Manager with reviews of all QC specifications for accuracy and complete information. Prepare shipping of documents, lab samples, and customer samples as needed. Research quality issues and complaints, maintain organized files for data retrieval. Ability to learn the basics of the Micro Lab. Capability to read & understand COA’s. Participate in Food Safety, Safety, and other committees to represent all QA & Food Safety perspectives. Enforcement of all Twin City Foods rules and policies. Other duties as assigned.
*This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Certifications/Experience Required:
Working knowledge of quality standards, production methods, food processing and USDA grading standards, inspections, and audits. Ability to learn QA Lab procedures & protocols.
Must have good verbal and communication skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret data with great attention to detail. Ability to present information and respond to questions. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/Power Point, ability to create documents. Ability to learn new software programs. Ability to deal with and respond effectively to employee GMP and documentation violations. Experience in food processing, quality control or food safety. Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently. PCQI (Preventive Controls for Human Food) Certificate (can be obtained after hiring). HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) Certificate (can be obtained after hiring). BRC experience a plus. Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for vehicle insurance coverage.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not have supervisory duties.
Personal Competencies Required:
Ability to coordinate, organize, and train others.
Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability and willingness to learn quickly and use new skills and knowledge. Thorough knowledge of HACCP principles, food processing GMPs, and FSMA Food Safety Plan/Preventative Control requirements. Problem Solving –identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason effectively. Interpersonal- focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, keeps emotions under control. Teamwork – contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality- is consistently at work and on time, clearly communicating and coordinating work responsibilities are covered when absent. Dependability – takes responsibility for own actions, keeps commitments, and meets deadlines. Initiative – seeks increased responsibilities. Asks for and offers help when needed. Professionalism- reacts well under pressure. Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Safety and Security – observes and promotes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Overtime and Weekend Work – flexibility with schedule during harvesting season or as needed.
Essential Physical Abilities:
Ability to sit at an office desk with sufficient vision and physical dexterity to use PC desk top system for up to eight hours. Ability to use standard functions of office equipment (PC, calculator, fax, printer, scanner, copier, smart phone, etc.). Ability to lift and handle objects weighing up to 40 pounds for use in day to day job functions. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to have access to various work sites throughout the facilities. Able to climb/squat/etc. to inspect equipment. Ability to travel to other TCF company locations or industry events to conduct and participate in on-site meetings. May require overnight travel. Exposure to plant environment conditions– chemicals, wet, slippery, hot, cold, noisy, etc.
*Selected employee will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and E-Verify*
Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Flex Spending Account / Health Savings Account 401K Matching Free Life Insurance and AD&D
Free Long-Term Disability Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Work Location: 801 Lincoln St. Lake Odessa, MI 48849
Twin City Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.”
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (616-374-8837) or email at [email protected].
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Title: QC Technician II (First Shift)
Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Grand Island, NY
