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Quality Assurance Technician – 3rd Shift Jobs in Gretna, Louisiana, USA at McCormick & Company
Position: QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN – 3rd Shift
McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Quality Control Technician
. This new hire will work in Zatarain’s, located at 82 1st Street in Gretna
,
LA
. This role will report to a Quality Team Manager.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Quality Control Technician position exists to work with production and shipping department personnel to ensure the overall quality of raw materials, in process materials and finished goods. Under the general supervision of the Quality Control Manager, this individual must be able to remain fully attentive of their work surroundings while working at a steady pace. They must be able to multitask and learn different work assignments.
Individuals must be able to adapt to various work assignments; must keep their work area clean and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines. In addition, individuals must work well with others in a supportive team environment to meet production, quality and quantity standards, while reducing waste and rework and minimizing downtime.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures raw materials, in process materials and finished goods meet quality specifications.
Performs daily evaluation checks on assigned production lines or work areas.
Conducts lab analysis of items produced.
Inspects incoming shipments of packaging materials, raw materials and truck trailers for package integrity, infestation, appearance, and odors.
Maintain accurate required documentation.
Perform inspection and disposition of customer returns.
Perform daily housekeeping duties in the work area and occasional housekeeping duties in the plant or warehouse areas including sweeping, vacuuming, and collecting trash.
Operate equipment in a safe manner and ensure the equipment is in good working order by checking and reporting equipment problems.
Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be able to lift 6-7 pounds on a frequent basis and 40 pounds occasionally.
Must have the ability to read, write and perform simple math calculations.
Must be detail oriented and have the ability to follow established procedures.
Must be able to communicate effectively and work well with others.
Must be able to work in a dusty environment with strong odors.
Must be able to work overtime on a frequent basis and on weekends as required by scheduling/production demands.
Must be able to bend, stoop and climb stairs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
1-2 years college preferred.
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Title: Quality Assurance Technician – 3rd Shift
Company: McCormick & Company
Location: Gretna, Louisiana, USA
Category: Manufacturing / Production, Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Control / Manager)
