Overview
Quality Technician 2nd Shift Jobs in Manteno, Illinois, USA at Plochman, Inc.
Position: Quality Technician 2nd Shift Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 10:30pm
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This is an hourly position that reports to the Quality Manager. Quality Control Technician performs hands-on routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process and finished products using a variety of testing devices and procedures to maintain product quality. Conducts GMP compliance inspections to ensure product safety & over-all quality specifications are consistently complied.
SCOPE OF JOB FUNCTION
Inspect in-coming materials for conformance to company standards.
Perform analytical tests on samples, using standard methods of analysis specific to the raw material or finished product as per established procedures.
Conduct various QC tests (Titratable Acidity, Total Salt, Viscosity, Moisture, pH, metal detector etc.) as per protocol, documents results & ensures specs compliance.
Perform equipment calibrations (pH meter, weighing scale, thermometer, viscometer etc.).
Perform periodic weight monitoring, alerts production on any non-compliance for prompt adjustment.
Perform hourly product leak detection tests or whenever necessary to ensure compliance.
Perform bulk raw material testing, ensures specs conformance, and documents results.
Determine & documents required corrections on in-process products as per analysis results.
Confirm compliance to all other specifications including labeling, packaging, code dating & other customer specific requirements.
Perform calculations & submit records of analytical results in Safety Chain, Food Safety & Quality Management Systems.
Conduct sensory test on finished products, compare with standard & ensures product consistency; promptly reports non-compliance to the QC Supervisor.
Collect retention samples for future reference; ensures organized storage & periodic disposal following required retention period according to product types.
Ensure that control samples for batch check reference is replaced as per guideline; keeps control samples organized for QC efficiency.
Collect samples for micro testing following sampling guideline & storage.
Inspect products retained for shelf life to substantiate product defect claim during the process of customer complaints investigation.
Prepare flavors as per pick list required for daily production.
Issue batch formula for daily production & ensures previous day’s formula are retrieved.
Ensure that only approved specs deviation is used in actual production.
Perform swab test, allergen test as per established procedures, documents results.
Promptly reports to the Supervisor or Manager any unfavorable results if batch adjustment or if any corrective action does not resolve issues and provide input in problem Root Cause analysis & development.
Put “HOLD” tag to non-conforming products & promptly record in the MRB log and Safety Chain.
Act as a backup for R&D and sales sample preparation.
Act as a back for plating micro samples in the absence of microbiologist.
Participate in work areas inspection to detect unsafe conditions.
Assist in product test runs, equipment validation as needed by QC Supervisor or R&D.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
Degree in Technical background in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc. or equivalent work experience.
Competence in math & analytical calculations.
Good organization skills and detailed reporting skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Prior experience in food manufacturing environment an advantage.
DESIRED:
Knowledge of general safety practices in a manufacturing environment.
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Title: Quality Technician 2nd Shift
Company: Plochman, Inc.
Location: Manteno, Illinois, USA
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Control / Manager, Food Quality & Safety, QA Specialist / Manager), Manufacturing / Production (QA Specialist / Manager)
