Overview
Quality Specialist Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA at AWC Inc
Quality assurance lead technicians ensure that goods meet manufacturing standards and are free of defects. Quality leads are responsible for the oversight of testing procedures during the manufacturing processes to ensure that products comply with applicable food safety and quality standards.
Essential Job Duties
Verify preparation and QA equipment set-up and utensils during shift change
Verify fryers and freezer settings according to production schedule
Verify daily equipment calibration has been performed
Monitor hourly food safety and quality check points to ensure consistent safety and quality in finished product
Verify SSOP check daily for accuracy and assist with immediate corrective actions of any non-conformances
Ensure all records are completed timely
Assist with record review and signing
Dry pick-up verification of all processing areas
Report any food safety and/or quality issues to QA Manager or Assistant Manager immediately.
Assist in maintaining (USDA/FDA) regulatory compliance.
Maintain schedule of testing and validation activities following SQF standards and guidelines.
Perform other duties as required
In the absence of the QA Lead Technician, the Assistant QA Manager will cover his/her Food Safety and Quality responsibilities.
Competencies & Skill Requirements
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong Recordkeeping skills
Work in a team environment
Basic Math skills
Read, write, and speak English
Experience with Quality Control/Quality Assurance preferred
Qualifications & Experience
High School Diploma or GED preferred; one to two years’ experience
Experience with Food and Beverage industry preferred
Sanitation
Sweep floor, wash the trays, tables, wash carts, short simple conveyor, squeegee the water off the floor, throw out garbage.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually entire shift.
Occasionally required to balance or climb.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Title: Quality Specialist
Company: AWC Inc
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
