Overview
Quality Assurance Technician – Erlanger, KY Jobs in Erlanger, KY at ADM
This is an temporary Intern Position
Job Description
Summary/Objective
This position is to help ensure that all products meet legal and company specifications for food safety and standard of identity before leaving the premises. This is accomplished by testing ingredients, in-process samples and finished product per Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products protocols and reporting any deviations from specifications to the Manager.
The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Tests finished products to ensure chemical and microbiological compliance with Rogue Creamery and legal requirements;
Performs a variety of chemical and physical analyses on incoming, in-process and finished product which include but are not limited to: Moisture, Salt, pH, and titratable acidity;
Enters analytical data into database and maintains a physical filing system;
Maintains lab equipment in working order by completing preventative maintenance, simple repairs, and calibration checks;
Supports the environmental monitoring program by collecting and testing surface, air, drain, hygiene, pathogen swabs (Zone 1-4), and water samples. Enters and trends data in database;
Performs weekly pH probe verifications, monthly scale verifications, and quarterly thermometer verifications in all operation areas;
Sets up and records sensory analysis at minimum weekly;
Maintains a product retains library and evaluates product at average age and end of code for quality, micro, and sensory conformance. Enters data, trends data, and reports information to department manager;
Maintains a working relationship with operations by collecting, testing, and communicating deviations for ATP swabs, chemical titrations, and Pre-Op Inspections as needed;
Review and update job specific SOP’s;
Maintains regular, predictable attendance;
Other duties as assigned.
Projects: Systemic analysis, lab improvements
Competencies
Job Knowledge
Quality of work
Job Safety
Teamwork & Leadership
Inclusion & Communication
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a lab, office and production environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and works routinely with chemicals.
Exposure to hot or cold climate frequently;
Exposure to chemical frequently;
Exposure to noise and vibration frequently;
Exposure to wet and humid conditions frequently.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are:
Stand – frequently;
Stoop/Bend – frequently;
Crawl – occasionally;
Squat – frequently;
Climb Stairs or ladders – frequently;
Reach – chest level, above or below – frequently;
Push – 100 lbs. occasionally (cart);
Pull – 100 lbs. occasionally (cart);
Lift/carry- 25 – 40 lbs. occasionally.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a temporary full-time position, and hours of work vary depending upon shift but are Monday through Friday. Occasional off shift and weekend work is required.
Travel
Required to travel between Rogue Creamery facilities (Dairy Farm, Cold Storage and Production locations).
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED;
Proficient knowledge of MS Excel;
Current Food Handlers Certificate (has up to 30 days to obtain).
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous food industry experience, particularly in cheese and/or dairy applications.
Food Safety and Product Quality
This position is responsible for supporting the food safety management system and for communicating food safety issues to the Quality Department.
AAP/EEO Statement
Rogue Creamery provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Title: Quality Assurance Technician – Erlanger, KY
Company: ADM
Location: Erlanger, KY
