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Quality Assurance Specialist- Recovery & Reentry Jobs in Anchorage, AK at Cook Inlet Tribal Council Inc

Your Opportunity as the Specialist, Quality Assurance
Assist in the maintenance and implementation of our quality systems within our Orrville facility. Interact with site leaders and technical experts to meet our quality and safety guidelines and become a mentor and role model for our highest quality standards.
Location: Orrville, OH
Work Arrangements: 100% onsite
In this role you will:
Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance with BRC, Quality Key Elements and Regulatory requirements
Accountable for key quality results and systems impacting, lab verification, records traceability, training, pest control, and holds & positive release Quality Key Elements.
Work collaboratively with 3rd party Service company, Plant Planning and Corporate Quality Assurance to build effective relationships to drive key business objectives
Provide coaching and support to Quality Functional Leaders and Technicians
Act as backup for cross functional team members
Responsible for investigating and communicating responses for consumer complaints
Participate/Lead quality defect root cause analysis investigations
Develop and implement cost reduction and work process improvement projects
Execute quality assurance laboratory analytical testing to deliver accurate JJP quality analyses, and reporting into Proficy, Oracle and WMS systems
Deliver accurate process attributes & instructions consistent with standards necessary for the release and control of all incoming, in process JJP quality
Process/Packing Analytical Support including maintenance of lab equipment, ordering supplies, coordinating PM and repair with vendors, verification of new equipment and trouble shooting of instrument problems
Responsible for working through raw material/packaging complaints with logistics and vendors
Able to meet all safety expectations, including wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and following all safe practices
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our
Basic Beliefs
, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment
Experience working in process and packaging operations
Experience working across multiple departments in a manufacturing plant and training others on quality initiatives
Ability to interpret Ship and Hard Hold Reports
Experience assisting with calibration, maintenance, and auditing laboratory equipment
Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem solving skills with attention to detail
Effective presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
Able to lift objects up to 50 pounds periodically
Strong organization and time management skills
Proven experience in driving continuous improvement objectives
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:
BRC experience, or SQF, PCQI, and HACCP certifications are preferred
Better Process School Certified
Working knowledge of Prodika, Blue Yonder, and Proficy preferred

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Title: Quality Assurance Specialist- Recovery & Reentry

Company: Cook Inlet Tribal Council Inc

Location: Anchorage, AK

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